Synonyms for envy

Synonyms for (noun) envy

Synonyms: invidia, envy

Definition: spite and resentment at seeing the success of another (personified as one of the deadly sins)

Similar words: mortal sin, deadly sin

Definition: an unpardonable sin entailing a total loss of grace

Usage: theologians list seven mortal sins


Synonyms: enviousness, envy

Definition: a feeling of grudging admiration and desire to have something that is possessed by another

Similar words: gall, rancor, rancour, resentment, bitterness

Definition: a feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will


Synonyms for (verb) envy

Synonyms: envy, begrudge

Definition: be envious of; set one's heart on

Similar words: desire, want

Definition: feel or have a desire for; want strongly

Usage: I want to go home now; I want my own room


Synonyms: envy

Definition: feel envious towards; admire enviously

Similar words: admire, look up to

Definition: feel admiration for


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