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pecuniary

[pi kyo̵̅o̅′nē er′ē]

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adjective

The definition of pecuniary is something related to money.
When you are interested in a job only because of the money, this is an example of a situation where you are driven by pecuniary interests.

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adjective

of or involving money
involving a money penalty, or fine: a pecuniary offense

Origin: Classical Latin pecuniarius ; from pecunia, money ; from pecus, cattle: see fee

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pecuniarily adverb

pecuniary definition by American Heritage Dictionary

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adjective

Of or relating to money: a pecuniary loss; pecuniary motives.
Requiring payment of money: a pecuniary offense.

Origin: Latin pecūniārius, from pecūnia, property, wealth; see peku- in Indo-European roots.

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