hoggishness

[US]/ˈhɒɡɪʃnəs/
[UK]/ˈhɔːɡɪʃnəs/

Translation

n.the quality or state of being hoggish; greed, selfishness, or coarseness
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

displaying hoggishness

complete hoggishness

sheer hoggishness

overwhelming hoggishness

Example Sentences

his hoggishness at the buffet was evident as he loaded his plate with food.

the minister's hoggishness in awarding contracts to his family members caused a public outcry.

she displayed shocking hoggishness by taking all the cookies for herself.

the billionaire's hoggishness during the charity auction shocked the other attendees.

his hoggishness knew no bounds when he refused to share the inheritance.

the ceo's hoggishness was manifested in his refusal to pay workers a living wage.

show some hoggishness and save the last piece of cake for yourself.

his hoggishness at the negotiation table cost him the deal.

the footballer's hoggishness toward his teammates created a toxic atmosphere in the locker room.

the height of hoggishness was reached when he ate his colleague's lunch.

parents often worry about the hoggishness children display when sharing toys.

his hoggishness in business dealings earned him a notorious reputation.

the documentary exposed the hoggishness of pharmaceutical companies raising drug prices.

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