Money-Minded

B1 16+

Pronunciation: /ˈmʌniˌmaɪndɪd/

Definitions of money-minded

adjective describing someone who is primarily focused on money and material possessions

Example Sentences

A1 She is very money-minded and always looks for ways to save a few extra dollars.

A2 The money-minded businessman only cares about profit and not the well-being of his employees.

B1 Being money-minded can sometimes lead to making unethical decisions in business.

B2 The politician was known for being money-minded and accepting bribes from lobbyists.

C1 Her reputation as a money-minded individual made her a successful entrepreneur but also earned her some enemies.

C2 Despite his money-minded nature, he was known for his philanthropic efforts in the community.

Examples of money-minded in a Sentence

formal The new CEO is often criticized for being too money-minded and not taking into account the long-term impact of his decisions.

informal My aunt is so money-minded that she never misses a chance to save a few bucks, even if it means compromising on quality.

slang I don't trust that money-minded guy, he always seems to have an agenda when it comes to finances.

figurative Being money-minded is like wearing blinders that only allow you to see the dollar signs and not the bigger picture.

Grammatical Forms of money-minded

past tense

money-minded

plural

money-minded

comparative

more money-minded

superlative

most money-minded

present tense

money-minds

future tense

will be money-minded

perfect tense

have been money-minded

continuous tense

is being money-minded

singular

money-minded

positive degree

money-minded

infinitive

to be money-minded

gerund

being money-minded

participle

money-minded

Origin and Evolution of money-minded

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The term 'money-minded' originated in English language to describe individuals who are primarily focused on financial gain.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'money-minded' has retained its original meaning of being focused on money and financial matters, but it may also carry connotations of being materialistic or overly concerned with wealth.