Avariciousness — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /ˌa-və-ˈri-shəs/ av·a·ri·cious

Meaning & Definition of Avariciousness

Avariciousness (adjective)

  1. greedy of gain, excessively acquisitive especially in seeking to hoard riches

Avariciousness (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. an intense selfish desire for wealth or possessions

    "their all-consuming avariciousness blinds them to the suffering of people just beyond their doorstep"

    similar: acquisitiveness, avarice, avidity, avidness, covetousness, cupidity, graspingness, greed, greediness, mercenariness, rapaciousness, rapacity
    related: commercialism, materialism, possessiveness, gluttonousness, gluttony, piggishness, appetite, craving, desire, drive, hankering, hunger, itch, longing, lust, passion, pining, ravenousness, thirst, voracity, yearning, yen, egoism, egotism, self-centeredness, self-interest, selfishness, self-regard
    near: contentment, fulfillment, gratification, satisfaction, bounteousness, bountifulness, bounty, charity, generosity, generousness, largesse, liberality, magnanimity, openhandedness, openheartedness, unselfishness, altruism, selflessness

Related Entry: Avaricious (adjective)

Avaricious is a different word from Avariciousness. The synonyms below are for avaricious, not for avariciousness.

  1. having or marked by an eager and often selfish desire especially for material possessions

    "an avaricious scheme to con the elderly couple out of thousands of dollars"

    similar: acquisitive, avid, coveting, covetous, grabby, grasping, greedy, mercenary, moneygrubbing, rapacious
    related: commercialistic, materialistic, philistine, desirous, eager, itchy, lickerish, miserly, hoggish, piggish, piggy, swinish, devouring, gluttonous, gobbling, insatiable, ravenous, unquenchable, voracious, egocentric, egoistic, egotistic, self-centered, self-seeking, discontent, discontented, malcontent, unsatisfied, begrudging, grudging, resentful
    near: nonmaterialistic, altruistic, bounteous, bountiful, charitable, freehanded, generous, greathearted, handsome, liberal, magnanimous, munificent, openhanded, openhearted, selfless, unselfish, unsparing, controlled, moderate, restrained, temperate, content, sated, satisfied

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Avariciousness

The most common words with a similar meaning to Avariciousness:

acquisitiveness, avarice, avidity, avidness, covetousness, cupidity, graspingness, greed, greediness, mercenariness, rapaciousness, rapacity

Related Words for Avariciousness

commercialism, materialism, possessiveness, gluttonousness, gluttony, piggishness, appetite, craving, desire, drive, hankering, hunger, itch, longing, lust, passion, pining, ravenousness, thirst, voracity, yearning, yen, egoism, egotism, self-centeredness, self-interest, selfishness, self-regard

Near Antonyms of Avariciousness

contentment, fulfillment, gratification, satisfaction, bounteousness, bountifulness, bounty, charity, generosity, generousness, largesse, liberality, magnanimity, openhandedness, openheartedness, unselfishness, altruism, selflessness

Word Forms of Avariciousness

Derived words: avariciously (adverb), avariciousness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Avariciousness

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Avariciousness

What does "Avariciousness" mean?

"Avariciousness" means greedy of gain, excessively acquisitive especially in seeking to hoard riches. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: greedy of gain, excessively acquisitive especially in seeking to hoard riches.

What is another word for "Avariciousness"?

Other words for "Avariciousness" include acquisitiveness, avarice, avidity, avidness, covetousness, cupidity, graspingness and greed. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Avariciousness" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Avariciousness"?

There are 40 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Avariciousness". Common alternatives include acquisitiveness, avarice, avidity, avidness, covetousness, cupidity, graspingness, greed, greediness and mercenariness.

How do you use "Avariciousness" in a sentence?

Examples of "Avariciousness" in a sentence: "their all-consuming avariciousness blinds them to the suffering of people just beyond their doorstep".

Is "Avariciousness" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Avariciousness" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Avariciousness"?

"Avariciousness" is pronounced /ˌa-və-ˈri-shəs/ and divided into syllables as av·a·ri·cious.

What is the origin of the word "Avariciousness"?

First known use: 14th century.

What is another word for "Avariciousness" meaning "an intense selfish desire for wealth or possessions"?

When "Avariciousness" (noun) means an intense selfish desire for wealth or possessions, synonyms include acquisitiveness, avarice, avidity, avidness, covetousness and cupidity.