rapacious

UK
/rəˈpeɪʃəs/
US
/rəˈpeɪʃəs/

Translations

rapaciousadjective
more rapacious
Comp.
most rapacious
Super.
UK
/rəˈpeɪʃəs/
US
/rəˈpeɪʃəs/
The rapacious nature of the policy was evident in its disregard for the poor.
Алчный характер политики был очевиден в ее пренебрежении к бедным.
The rapacious businessman exploited his workers for profit.
Хищный бизнесмен эксплуатировал своих работников ради прибыли.
The rapacious appetite of the corporation led to environmental damage.
Жадный аппетит корпорации привел к экологическому ущербу.

Definitions

rapaciousadjective
Aggressively greedy or grasping.
The rapacious landlord increased the rent by 50% without any justification.
Having a strong desire to acquire or possess more than one needs or deserves.
The rapacious corporation sought to monopolize the entire industry, leaving no room for competitors.
Predatory; living by preying on other animals.
The rapacious hawk swooped down on its unsuspecting prey.