Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Envious.
How to pronounce envious:
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Envious - as an adjective satellite
Showing extreme cupidity; painfully desirous of another's advantages
Example: "He was never covetous before he met her"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
covetous13jealous14Envious - as an adjective
Feeling or exhibiting envy; jealously desiring the excellence or good fortune of another; maliciously grudging
Example: "An envious man, disposition, or attack; envious tongues"
Excessively careful; cautious.
Malignant; mischievous; spiteful.
Inspiring envy.
Example Sentences
"She felt envious of her friend's new car."
"He was envious of his neighbor's successful business."
"I couldn't help but be envious of her luxurious lifestyle."
"He was envious of the attention his coworker received."
"She gave an envious glance at her colleague's promotion."
Word Game Points
Is ENVIOUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, envious is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ENVIOUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is ENVIOUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, envious is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordENVIOUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is ENVIOUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, envious is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordENVIOUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
