Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
jalouse
verb
/dʒəˈluːz/
Definition
To feel envy or jealousy towards someone, especially regarding their success or possessions.
Examples
- She began to jalouse her friend’s new car, feeling a twinge of envy.
- It’s common to jalouse others’ achievements if you’re feeling insecure about your own.
Meaning
The term ‘jalouse’ is less commonly used in modern language, but it captures the feeling of jealousy or envy that can arise in social contexts.
Synonyms
- envy
- covet
- begrudge
- resent
