envied

VERB

be jealous of another

Synonyms

STRONGEST

begrudge covet crave resent yearn

STRONG

desire grudge hanker hunger long lust thirst want

WEAK

be envious die over eat one's heart out have hard feelings object to turn green

Antonyms

STRONGEST

abjure dislike hate not want

STRONG

despise

WEAK

be confident be content

Example Sentences

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Some former classmates are speculating about his mental health and whether he envied Loureiro’s successful career.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 20, 2025

Once Upon a Time’s owner Maureen Palacios envied the slumbering cat.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 16, 2025

Entrepreneurs envied Cummings’ import success and wanted a piece of the action.

From Slate • May 25, 2025

For years, they got used to being admired - and envied - as the economic powerhouse of Europe.

From BBC • Feb. 20, 2025

Now he was lord of the air, flying wherever he would, envied of all.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton