How to Pronounce "avaricious"
word
av-uh-RISH-uhs
av-uh-RISH-uhs
Definition
Wanting to get and keep a lot of money or possessions, often more than you need; very greedy for wealth.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌævəˈɹɪʃəs
British English
ˌævəɹˈɪʃəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
av-uh-RISH-uhs
UK
av-uh-RISH-uhs
Listen in Context
The avaricious king taxed his people heavily.
She is known as an avaricious businesswoman.
The avaricious landlord raised the rent again.
Everyone in the village avoided the avaricious shopkeeper.