1.
If someone is ~, they feel angry or bitter because they think that another person is trying to take a lover or friend, or a possession, away from them.
She got insanely ~ and there was a terrible fight.
ADJ
~ly
The formula is ~ly guarded.
ADV: ADV with v
2.
If you are ~ of another person’s possessions or qualities, you feel angry or bitter because you do not have them.
She was ~ of his wealth...
You’re ~ because the record company rejected your idea.
ADJ: oft ADJ of n
~ly
Gloria eyed them ~ly.
ADV: ADV after v