1. in a greedy or grasping manner; with extreme desire for wealth or possessions

Examples

• The corporation rapaciously acquired smaller companies to expand its market share.
• He rapaciously consumed everything on his plate without pause.
• The landlord rapaciously raised rents whenever possible.
• She rapaciously collected rare books, buying dozens each month.
• The invading army rapaciously plundered the conquered territories.
• The company rapaciously exploited natural resources without regard for the environment.