to-be-consumed-by-insatiable-avarice
/tə biː kənˈsjuːmd baɪ ɪnˈseɪ.ʃə.bəl ˈæv.ər.ɪs/ IELTSAcademic
phrase
Used to describe someone who is completely controlled by greed. It suggests greed is growing so strong that it takes over their judgment and actions.
- His ambition was consumed by insatiable avarice.
- The novel shows leaders consumed by insatiable avarice.
Adinary Nuance
This phrase is much stronger and more literary than simple words like greedy or selfish. It does not just mean wanting more money; it suggests greed has taken over the person completely. Writers choose it for criticism, drama, or moral judgment, not for casual conversation. Compared with greed, it sounds more formal and severe.
In other languages
- Vietnamese
- bị lòng tham nuốt chửng
- Spanish
- consumido por la avaricia
- Chinese
- 被贪婪吞噬
- Japanese
- 飽くなき強欲に蝕まれる
- Korean
- 끝없는 탐욕에 사로잡히다
Etymology
This phrase is built from Latin-based words: consume, insatiable, and avarice. Avarice entered English through Old French from Latin and has long meant extreme greed.
Common phrases
consumed by avariceinsatiable greeddriven by avarice
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Frequently asked questions
- Is 'to-be-consumed-by-insatiable-avarice' common in everyday English?
- No. It is very literary and formal, not everyday speech.
- What is the difference between 'greedy' and 'consumed by insatiable avarice'?
- 'Greedy' is simple and common. This phrase sounds much stronger and more dramatic.
- Can I use this phrase in business writing?
- Usually no, unless you want a strong critical tone in an essay or article.
- Is this phrase positive or negative?
- It is strongly negative. It criticizes extreme greed.