Meaning & Definition of word "Jealousy"
to
Jealousy
/ˈdʒɛləsi/
noun:
- 1. The state or feeling of being jealous; an emotion characterized by insecurity, fear, and concern over a perceived lack of possessions or advantages relative to others.
- Example: Her jealousy towards her friend's success led to tension in their friendship.
- 2. An envious resentment of someone else's advantages, success, or possessions.
- Example: He felt a surge of jealousy when he saw his coworker receiving an award.
- 3. Zealous vigilance or an obsessive vigilance over someone or something.
- Example: His jealousy of her independence made him overprotective.
Etymology
From Old French 'jalousie', from Latin 'zelo', meaning 'to be zealous'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
green-eyed monster:
A metaphor for jealousy.
jumping to conclusions:
Forming opinions based on jealousy or suspicion.
keeping up with the Joneses:
Feeling jealous of others' wealth or status.
Related Words
envy:
A feeling of discontent or covetousness with regard to another's advantages, success, or possessions.
covet:
To desire wrongfully, inordinately, or without due regard for the rights of others.
Slang Meanings of jealousy
Meaning: Jealous vibes
Example Sentence: I can sense some jealous vibes coming from her.
Meaning: Green-eyed
Example Sentence: He's got a green-eyed feeling about her going out with him.