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acquisitive

 

Definitions from WordNet

Adjective acquisitive has 1 sense
  1. acquisitive - eager to acquire and possess things especially material possessions or ideas; "an acquisitive mind"; "an aquisitive society in which the craving for material things seems never satisfied"
    Antonym:
    unacquisitive

Definitions from the Web

Acquisitive

Part of Speech: Adjective

Senses:

  1. Interested in acquiring or obtaining possessions or wealth.
  2. Excessively eager to acquire and possess things.
  3. Characterized by a strong desire to acquire and accumulate possessions or wealth.

Popular Usage:

1) She has always been known for her acquisitive nature, constantly buying the latest gadgets and designer clothes.

2) The company's mergers and acquisitions were driven by its acquisitive strategy to expand its market dominance.

3) With his mansion full of expensive artwork, the billionaire's acquisitive lifestyle was evident to all.

Local Usage:

1) In our small town, the new shopping complex has fueled an acquisitive frenzy among the locals, leading to increased consumerism.

2) The local tribe has a tradition of sharing rather than acquisitive behavior, valuing community and connections over material possessions.

3) Despite the economic downturn, the local real estate market remains acquisitive with numerous buyers seeking to invest in prime properties.

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