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The story warned against avarice.
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Avarice means extreme greed for wealth.
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An extreme desire for money, wealth, or possessions.
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Avarice made the character ignore the needs of others.
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The novel shows how avarice can damage trust and friendship.
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MeaningAvarice means extreme greed for wealth.
ExampleExample: The story warned against avarice.
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Synonyms
Words like Avarice
greedUse for wanting too much, especially money or things.
selfishnessUse when someone cares mostly about getting more for themselves.
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generosityUse when someone gives freely or helps others.
selflessnessUse when someone puts others before themselves.
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avarice
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avaricious
Extremely greedy for wealth or possessions.
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