
Greedy
Negative Judgment
Calling someone greedy often suggests a negative opinion, so use it carefully in conversations.
Sarah called Tom greedy for taking the largest slice of pizza.
Expresses Excess
'Greedy' implies more than just liking something a lot, it indicates taking or wanting more than fair.
He's called greedy because he never shares his snacks.
Not Just Food
While often associated with food, 'greedy' can apply to any resource, like money or time.
My greedy coworker always takes the best shifts.
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