Definition of Covet

1. Verb. Wish, long, or crave for (something, especially the property of another person). "They covet the money "; "She covets her sister's house"

Generic synonyms: Begrudge, Envy
Specialized synonyms: Drool, Salivate

Definition of Covet

1. v. t. To wish for with eagerness; to desire possession of; -- used in a good sense.

2. v. i. To have or indulge inordinate desire.

Definition of Covet

1. Verb. (transitive) To wish for with eagerness; to desire possession of, often enviously. ¹

2. Verb. (transitive) To long for inordinately or unlawfully; to hanker after (something forbidden). ¹

3. Verb. (intransitive) To yearn, have or indulge inordinate desire, notably for another's possession. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Covet

1. to desire greatly [v -ED, -ING, -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Covet

covert sensitization
covertape
covertapes
covertex
covertices
covertly
covertness
covertnesses
coverts
coverture
covertures
coverup
coverups
covery
coves
covet (current term)
covetable
coveted
coveteousness
coveter
coveters
coveting
covetingly
covetise
covetises
covetiveness
covetous
covetously
covetousness
covetousnesses

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