JEALOUSY


Meaning of JEALOUSY in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ dʒeləsi ]

( jealousies)

1.

Jealousy is the feeling of anger or bitterness which someone has when they think that another person is trying to take a lover or friend, or a possession, away from them.

At first his jealousy only showed in small ways–he didn’t mind me talking to other guys.

N-UNCOUNT : also N in pl

2.

Jealousy is the feeling of anger or bitterness which someone has when they wish that they could have the qualities or possessions that another person has.

Her beauty causes envy and jealousy.

N-UNCOUNT : also N in pl

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