What is another word for avariciously?

Pronunciation: [ˌavəɹˈɪʃəsli] (IPA)

Avariciously is an adverb that means in a greedy or selfishly desirous way. Possible alternatives for this word include covetously, graspingly, selfishly, meanly, and stingily. These words can describe actions and behavior that are characterized by excessive greed and a strong desire for wealth, possessions, or power. Other synonyms for avariciously that capture its negative connotations include acquisitively, aggressively, rapaciously, and venally. In contrast, more neutral or positive alternatives might include ambitiously, avidly, enterprisingly, or hungrily. Ultimately, the choice of synonym would depend on the context and the intended tone of the text or speech.

What are the hypernyms for Avariciously?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Avariciously

One should be allowed to keep one's bright metal-gold or dross, it mattered little; one should be allowed to keep it to play with, not looking into its quality avariciously.
"The Furnace"
Rose Macaulay
I dwelt avariciously upon more possessions: I thought with discontent of my poverty.
"Adventures In Contentment"
David Grayson AKA: Ray Stannard Baker
"Not if there's a bundle of the stuff at the end of the trip, no," Hanlon grinned avariciously.
"Man of Many Minds"
E. Everett Evans

Famous quotes with Avariciously

  • Through a marvelous law of natural compensation, he who gives of himself grows, and he who turns inward and lives from small pleasures, is afraid to share them with others, and only thinks avariciously of cultivating his appetites loses his humanity and becomes loneliness itself. He carries in his breast all the dreariness of winter. He becomes in fact and appearance an insect.
    José Martí

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