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Vocabulary Entry
envy
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A feeling of discontented or resentful longing aroused by someone else's possessions, qualities, or luck.
Example Sentences
"Her envy of her sister's success pushed her to work harder."
"The envy he felt for his friend's achievements was difficult to hide."
"Jealousy and envy can damage relationships if left unspoken."
V
verb
To feel discontented or resentful longing for someone else's possessions, qualities, or luck.
Example Sentences
"She envies the freedom that her friend seems to have."
"He has always envied those who can travel easily."
"I don't envy you for the difficult decision you have to make."