Extreme greed for wealth or material gain; an insatiable desire for riches. One of the seven deadly sins in Christian tradition.
From Latin 'avaritia' meaning 'greediness,' from 'avarus' (greedy), which comes from 'avere' (to crave). The word has always specifically referred to an excessive, unhealthy desire for money and possessions.
Think 'A-VERY-ICE' - imagine someone so greedy they want every single ice cube, even though they have plenty! Or remember that 'avarice' sounds like 'average' but it's anything BUT average greed - it's extreme!
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