Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
jealous
adjective
/ˈdʒɛləs/
Definition
Feeling or showing an unhappy or angry desire to have what someone else has.
Examples
- She felt jealous when she saw her friend with a new car.
- His jealous behavior caused tension in their relationship.
- Jealous of her brother’s success, she worked harder to achieve her goals.
Meaning
Jealousy typically arises when one person perceives a threat to something they value, such as a relationship or a possession.
Synonyms
- envious
- covetous
- resentful
- possessive
