• geogle
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    269 months ago

    The American heritage dictionary definition 1: ^ An excessive desire to acquire or possess more than what one needs or deserves, especially with respect to material wealth.

    Seems that both fall squarely within the definition of greed.

    • @[email protected]
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      39 months ago

      If the other commenter’s point is that “struggling with generosity” is just another way to say “greed”, then I think that’s overly reductionist

      • @[email protected]
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        29 months ago

        Obviously, but not overly unless you’re being intentionally obtuse. Making abstract statements kinda requires reducing them to an common element, theme, or dimension. That’s what abstraction and syllogism are all about.

    • @thesilverpig
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      39 months ago

      I give you kudos for going American Heritage. It’s the best American English Dictionary. Way better than Webster.

      • @Resonosity
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        9 months ago

        Friendly reminder that a website like OneLook.com compiles dictionaries and thesauruses from all of the major, reputable sources, including the American Heritage Dictionary and Merriam-Webster.