Etymology

A misquotation of 1 Timothy 6:10 in the King James Bible, which actually reads "For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows."

Proverb

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1. The desire for money is the root cause of all evil.

   Synonym: the love of money is the root of all evil