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jealousy
NounSuru VerbTransitive VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. jealousy
  2. 2. envy
  3. 3. Envy
This noun describes the feeling of jealousy or envy toward another person, often in the context of romantic relationships or someone else's success. It carries a strong emotional nuance and can describe both the feeling itself and the behavior that results from it.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

On the train home from work, I caught myself feeling jealous of other people's happiness.

Sentence 2

I saw their weekend trip photos and honestly felt a pang of jealousy.

Sentence 3

Since when did you get so jealous?

Sentence 4

Seeing her talent, I felt more admiration than jealousy!

Sentence 5

No matter how hard you work, does the jealousy of a natural talent never go away?