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ENVYING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Envying.

Envying - 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

Envying - 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

"I couldn't help envying her luxurious lifestyle."
"He found himself envying the success of his colleagues."
"She couldn't shake off the feeling of envying her sister's beauty."
"I often catch myself envying those who live by the beach."
"The little boy sat alone, envying the kids playing in the park."
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Word Game Points

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

ENVYING has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is ENVYING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, envying is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ENVYING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is ENVYING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, envying is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ENVYING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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