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How do you spell Avarice?

Correct spelling

avarice

Think 'avar-ICE' - greed is cold, ends in -ice like vice

Why is avarice spelled this way?

From Latin avaritia, greed. AVERE (to crave). Avarice is craving without limit — desire that consumes the desirer.

Common misspellings of avarice

avariseavericeavaris

Example

His avarice knew no bounds as he hoarded wealth while others suffered.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell avarice?+
The correct spelling is "avarice". Think 'avar-ICE' - greed is cold, ends in -ice like vice
Is it avarise or avarice?+
The correct spelling is "avarice", not "avarise".

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