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envious

1 of 1adjective
/ˈɛnviəs/
Forms:more envious,most envious
1

feeling unhappy or resentful because someone has something one wants

  • She couldn't help but feel envious of her friend's luxurious vacation photos.
  • His envious glances at his coworker's promotion were hard to miss.
  • Despite her achievements, she still felt envious of her sister's effortless success.
  • He tried to hide his envious feelings, but they showed in his passive-aggressive remarks.
  • He felt envious watching his neighbor drive away in a brand new sports car.