covetous
US /ˈkʌv.ə.t̬əs/
UK /ˈkʌv.ɪ.təs/
形容词
贪婪的, 觊觎的
having or showing a great desire to possess something, typically money, property, or other material things, belonging to someone else
示例:
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The king was known for his covetous nature, always seeking to expand his wealth and territory.
国王以其贪婪的本性而闻名，总是寻求扩大其财富和领土。
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His covetous gaze lingered on his neighbor's new sports car.
他贪婪的目光停留在邻居的新跑车上。