🇬🇧🇪🇸 greed - codicia : English Lesson

Meaning of "greed" ("codicia"), detailed definition, and a short video lesson below.

Greed is an intense and selfish desire for something, especially wealth, power, or food. It often leads to taking more than one's fair share and can result in negative consequences for oneself and others. Greed is considered a vice and is often depicted as a harmful trait in stories and moral lessons.

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Timmy's greed for toys turned his room into a toy store.

Dad's greed for pizza meant there were never any leftovers.

The hamster's greed for sunflower seeds made its cheeks look like balloons.

The parrot's greed for crackers made it learn to say "More, please!"

The cat's greed for treats was so strong, it tried to open the cupboard itself.

At the picnic, Tom's greed filled his eyes as he reached for the cookies. Greed made him snatch half the plate. Greed ignored his friends' empty hands. Greed stacked crumbs on his plate until his sister sighed. She pushed one cookie to him; his cheeks burned, and he pushed the rest back — a small end to greed.

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This word is at the C1 level, which means it’s part of advanced English. It’s used in sophisticated conversations, professional settings, and academic discussions. Words at this level help you express yourself fluently and precisely in nuanced situations.

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