adjective as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

covetous, greedy, envious

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Example:His covetousness was his downfall; always wanting more, he never felt he had enough.

Definition:Desirous of what another has; greedy; envious; fond of or wanting to possess what is another's; ungenerous, illiberal.

From covetous

Example:Her greedy nature never satisfied; no matter how many riches she had, more always seemed to be needed.

Definition:Having or showing a ravenous appetite or craving; very eager to get or have; insatiable for.

From greedy

Example:His envious eyes and covetous nature always made him the target of gossip and suspicion among his peers.

Definition:Feeling ill will toward a person because of that person's superior qualities, advantages, or luck; resentful of another's superior position or good fortune.

From envious