Rapacious

[rəˈpeɪʃəs]

Meaning & Definition

adjective

aggressively greedy or grasping; ravenous.

The rapacious landlord raised the rent multiple times in a single year, leaving his tenants struggling to pay.

having an excessive desire for something, particularly wealth or food.

The rapacious appetite of the corporate executives led them to exploit their workers without remorse.

predatory; predacious.

The rapacious predator stalked its prey, waiting for the perfect moment to strike.

Latin 'rapax', meaning 'greedy' or 'seizing', from 'rapere', meaning 'to seize or carry off'.

rapacious greed

An extreme desire for wealth that is unending.

rapacious behavior

Actions characterized by immense greed or predation.

rapacious appetite

A voracious or excessive desire to consume.

avaricious

Having or showing an extreme greed for wealth or material gain.

predatory

Living by preying on other animals or engaging in exploitation.

greed

Intense and selfish desire for something, especially wealth.

Money-hungry

That businessman is so money-hungry, always looking for rapacious deals.

Greed monster

He's a real greed monster when it comes to collecting art.