noun
- a strong desire to acquire and possess things, especially money or material goods
Usage: usually uncountable; often implies excessive or greedy desire
Examples
- His acquisitiveness drove him to work long hours and accumulate wealth.
- The child's acquisitiveness was evident in how she collected every toy she could find.
- Critics blamed the company's acquisitiveness for its aggressive takeover strategy.
- Her acquisitiveness contrasted sharply with her brother's simple lifestyle.
- The museum's acquisitiveness led to one of the finest art collections in the country.
- Unchecked acquisitiveness can damage relationships and personal well-being.