Cupidity
/kjuːˈpɪd.ɪ.ti/noun
Excessive desire for wealth or possessions; greed.
Did you know?The term Cupidity is derived from the Roman god Cupid, whose arrows not only spark love but also insatiable greed in his wake.
Etymological Timeline
Late Latin
Latin
cupidus
“Desiring or greedy”
15th Century
Old French
cupidité
“Greed or avarice”
16th Century
English
cupidity
“Strong desire or longing, especially for wealth”
Modern English
English
cupidity
“Excessive desire for material possessions, synonymous with greed.”
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