nounπShareResentful desire of something possessed by another or others (but not limited to material possessions)."My sister's new bike sparked my envy; I wished I had one too. "emotionmindphilosophyhumancharacterattitudesocietyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAn object of envious notice or feeling."The new sports car was the envy of everyone at the school. "emotionattitudecharacterChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareHatred, enmity, ill-feeling."Her success in the competition was met with envy from some of her classmates. "mindemotionattitudeChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareEmulation; rivalry."Her academic success inspired envy in her classmates, motivating them to study harder. "emotionattitudemindChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπSharePublic odium; ill repute."The politician's dishonesty brought him widespread envy, ruining his reputation. "emotionattitudecharacterChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo feel displeasure or hatred towards (someone) for their good fortune or possessions."I envy my neighbor because he always has a perfectly manicured lawn. "emotionmindcharacterattitudenegativeChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo have envious feelings (at)."My sister envied my new bicycle. "mindemotionattitudeChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo give (something) to (someone) grudgingly or reluctantly; to begrudge."My sister envied me my new bike, reluctantly handing me the extra tools. "attitudeemotionmoralcharactermindvaluehumanChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo show malice or ill will; to rail."The coworker constantly envied Sarah's promotion, criticizing her work and spreading rumors. "emotionattitudecharacternegativemindChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo do harm to; to injure; to disparage."Because he felt overshadowed by her success, he would often envy her accomplishments, subtly criticizing her work to make himself feel better. "emotionnegativecharacterattitudemoralChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo hate."He envied his classmate's perfect attendance record, hating that he couldn't get the same recognition. "emotioncharactermindattitudeChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo emulate."My younger sister envies my ability to play the piano, so she's started taking lessons. "emotionattitudemindcharacterChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading