Meaning & Definition of word "Enviously"

Enviously

/ˈɛnvɪəsli/

1. In a manner that shows jealousy or envy.
- Example: She watched her neighbor's new car enviously, wishing it was hers.
2. With a longing desire to possess what someone else has.
- Example: He looked enviously at his friend's successful career.
3. In a way that expresses discontent due to someone else's advantages or possessions.
- Example: They spoke enviously about the luxurious vacations their colleagues took.
4. With a feeling of resentment towards what others have.
- Example: Enviously, she admired the stunning jewelry that her friend wore to the party.

●From the word 'envy' + the adverbial suffix '-ously'.

green-eyed monster:

A metaphor for jealousy.

keeping up with the Joneses:

The effort to match one's neighbors in spending and social standing.

envy:

A feeling of discontented or resentful longing aroused by someone else's possessions or qualities.

jealous:

Feeling or showing envy of someone or their achievements and advantages.

Meaning: Feeling salty

● Example Sentence: She felt salty when her coworker got the promotion she wanted.

Meaning: Throwing shade

● Example Sentence: He was throwing shade when he commented on her new handbag.