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ENVY

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Envy.

How to pronounce envy:

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Envy - as a noun

A feeling of grudging admiration and desire to have something that is possessed by another

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
enviousness
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bitternessgallrancorrancourresentment
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Spite and resentment at seeing the success of another (personified as one of the deadly sins)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
invidia

Envy - as a verb

Feel envious towards; admire enviously

Be envious of; set one's heart on

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
begrudge
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
desirewant
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"His success sparked envy among his peers."
"She couldn't hide her envy when she saw her friend's new car."
"His envy of her talent turned him bitter."
"I can't help but feel a twinge of envy when I see them together."
"Despite his wealth, envy still consumed him."
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Word Game Points

Is ENVY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, envy is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ENVY has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is ENVY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, envy is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ENVY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is ENVY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, envy is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ENVY has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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