1. the quality or state of being excessively greedy for wealth or possessions
Usage: uncountable noun; formal register

Examples

• His avariciousness led him to accumulate wealth at the expense of his relationships.
• The CEO's avariciousness was evident in his relentless pursuit of higher profits.
• She criticized the avariciousness of the wealthy elite who hoarded resources.
• The character's avariciousness drove the entire plot of the novel.
• Their avariciousness prevented them from sharing their good fortune with others.
• The scandal exposed the avariciousness of the corrupt officials.