covetous
US /ˈkʌv.ə.t̬əs/
UK /ˈkʌv.ɪ.təs/
形容詞
貪欲な, 欲深い
having or showing a great desire to possess something, typically money, property, or other material things, belonging to someone else
例:
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The king was known for his covetous nature, always seeking to expand his wealth and territory.
王は貪欲な性格で知られており、常に富と領土を拡大しようとしていた。
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His covetous gaze lingered on his neighbor's new sports car.
彼の貪欲な視線は、隣人の新しいスポーツカーに留まった。