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Another word for mercenariness

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The quality or state of being motivated primarily or exclusively by a desire for monetary gain or material reward, often at the expense of ethics or loyalty.

Usage Example

"The historian criticized the politicians of the era for their blatant venality and disregard for the public good."

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venality
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avarice
cupidity
greed
rapacity
covetousness
acquisitiveness
materialism

Opposites of mercenariness

The opposite of mercenariness shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

altruism
selflessness
unselfishness
generosity
disinterestedness
philanthropy
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Mercenariness. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/mercenariness
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