jealousy

The word “jealousy” has 3 syllables: jeal-ous-y

It's pronounced as /ˈd͡ʒɛləsi/

What is synonym and antonym for jealousy?

In the thesaurus, “jealousy” has 21 synonyms and 4 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for jealousy along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for jealousy

animosity
backbiting
begrudging
covetousness
enmity
enviousness
envy
evil eye
green-eyed monster
grudge
grudgingness
hatred
ill will
invidiousness
jaundiced eye
malice
maliciousness
resentfulness
resentment
spite
spitefulness

Antonyms for jealousy

benevolence
goodwill
kindness
sympathy

Meanings of jealousy

noun
1. A state of suspicious guarding towards a spouse, lover etc., from fears of infidelity.
2. A resentment towards someone for a perceived advantage or superiority they hold.
3. Envy towards another's possessions.
4. A close concern for someone or something, solicitude, vigilance.

Example Sentences

Jealousy consumed her when she saw her ex-boyfriend with someone else.
The success of his peers filled him with jealousy as he struggled to make progress.
Their relationship was plagued by jealousy and mistrust.
Professional athletes often face scrutiny and jealousy from their competitors.
Despite her efforts to suppress it, jealousy gnawed at her heart as she watched her best friend excel.

On this page you'll find 25 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to jealousy, such as: animosity, backbiting, begrudging, benevolence, covetousness, enmity, enviousness.

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