Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
coveter
Noun
/ˈkʌvɪtər/
Definition
A person who yearns to possess something that someone else has.
Examples
- She became a coveter of wealth after seeing her friend’s luxurious lifestyle.
- As a coveter of knowledge, he spent hours in the library.
Meaning
To covet means to have an intense desire for something that belongs to another person. Coveters often wish for things that they do not have, particularly when it comes to possessions or status.
Synonyms
- Desirer
- Wantor
- Craver
- Yearner
