Meaning & Definition of word "Jealous"
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Jealous
/ˈdʒɛləs/
adjective:
- 1. feeling or showing an envious resentment of someone or their achievements, possessions, or perceived advantages.
- Example: She felt jealous when she saw her friend receiving praise for her work.
- 2. having to do with an excessive concern for someone's fidelity or loyalty, especially in a romantic context.
- Example: His jealous nature made it difficult for him to trust his partner.
- 3. desiring what someone else has.
- Example: He was jealous of his brother's success in school.
Etymology
Middle English: from Old French 'jalous', from late Latin 'zelosus', from Greek 'zēlos' meaning 'zeal, jealousy'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
green-eyed monster:
A term for jealousy.
jealous of:
To feel envious of someone or something.
jealous heart:
A person who is prone to jealousy.
Related Words
envy:
A feeling of discontented or resentful longing aroused by someone else's possessions or qualities.
jealousy:
The state of being jealous, often accompanied by suspicion.
Slang Meanings of jealous
Meaning: To be jelly
Example Sentence: She's totally jelly of your new car.
Meaning: Green with envy
Example Sentence: He's green with envy over your vacation.