Synonyms: covetous, envious, jealous
Definition: showing extreme cupidity; painfully desirous of another's advantages
Usage: he was never covetous before he met her; jealous of his success and covetous of his possessions; envious of their art collection
Similar words: desirous, wishful
Definition: having or expressing desire for something
Usage: desirous of high office; desirous of finding a quick solution to the problem