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Definition of Enviousness
1. Noun. A feeling of grudging admiration and desire to have something that is possessed by another.
Generic synonyms: Bitterness, Gall, Rancor, Rancour, Resentment
Specialized synonyms: Covetousness, Green-eyed Monster, Jealousy, Penis Envy
Derivative terms: Envious, Envy, Envy
Definition of Enviousness
1. Noun. The state of being envious ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Enviousness
1. [n -ES]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Enviousness
Literary usage of Enviousness
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. The Kaiser's Speeches: Forming a Character Portrait of Emperor William II by William (1903)
"... the doctrine of nationalism to the students-—His remarks about German
enviousness—"We need personalities, men"—Emphasizing the need of ideals. ..."
2. A Dictionary of English Synonymes and Synonymous Or Parallel Expressions by Richard Soule (1891)
"I. Hate (on account of excellence or success), hatred, jealousy, spite, enviousness,
ill- will. 4. Long for, earnestly desire, desire eagerly and ..."
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