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grasping

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɡɹæspɪŋ// UK //ɡɹˈɑːspɪŋ// grasp·ing

adj. wanting to get as much money or as many things as possible for yourself. It describes someone who is greedy and does not like to share.

adj. characterised by a greedy or avaricious desire to acquire wealth or possessions. Often used to describe a person's character or a specific action motivated by selfishness.


SIMPLE

The grasping landlord raised the rent every six months.

CONTEXTUAL

He was known in the industry as a grasping businessman who would do anything to increase his profit margins.

COMPLEX

The novel depicts a grasping aristocracy that clings to its ancient privileges while the rest of the country suffers through a period of extreme economic hardship.

Synonyms
Usage

Typically used attributively before a noun to describe a person or their behavior.

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