What does greedier mean?
Greedier is the comparative form of greedy, an adjective describing someone or something that has an excessive desire for wealth, power, possessions, food, or another benefit. In ordinary use, it usually carries a negative moral judgment: a “greedier rival” may be willing to undercut competitors, take an unfair share, or pursue success without regard for others. The word can also be less accusatory when the object of desire is specific, as in “greedier for praise,” though the implication of insatiable wanting remains. Because it is a comparative, greedier normally appears with than, as in “greedier than before,” or in a comparison involving two people or things. It is common in journalism, business, politics, and everyday argument, where the word sharpens a claim that someone wants more. Greedier is useful when an absolute label would be too strong: it compares degrees of wanting directly, making the statement more precise while preserving its critical tone.
adjective (comparative)The comparative form of greedy, meaning more greedy or having a stronger excessive desire for wealth, possessions, food, success, or another benefit.
- Having a greater or more excessive desire for wealth, possessions, food, power, or another benefit.
- Being more eager or desirous of a particular thing, especially when the desire is portrayed as excessive or insatiable.
"The greedier corporation soon found itself facing scrutiny from regulators."
"As the competition intensified, the two firms became greedier for market share."
"He was greedier for attention than he was for the prize itself."
Adding just two letters turns a moral label into a precise comparison: greedier means someone wants more, not merely that they want too much.
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.
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How greedier is actually used
Greedier is the comparative form of greedy and is commonly used with than. It can be either attributive or predicative. Its usual connotation is critical, suggesting excessive or insatiable desire, although the context and the object of the desire can affect how strongly negative it sounds.