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greedy vs grasping

grasping vs greedy

greedy is not a noun while grasping is a noun.

greedy and grasping both are adjectives.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
greedy No Yes No No
grasping Yes Yes No No
As adjectives, greedy and grasping are synonyms defined as:
  • greedy and grasping: immoderately desirous of acquiring e.g. wealth
Other synonyms of greedy include avaricious, covetous, grabby, prehensile.
greedy (noun) grasping (noun)
the act of gripping something firmly with the hands (or the tentacles)
understanding with difficulty
greedy (adjective) grasping (adjective)
immoderately desirous of acquiring e.g. wealth immoderately desirous of acquiring e.g. wealth
(often followed by `for') ardently or excessively desirous
wanting to eat or drink more than one can reasonably consume
Difference between greedy and grasping

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