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Wordabulary

jealous

Pronunciation
Adjective A1 Beginner

Quick answer

Feeling unhappy because you want something that someone else has.

"She felt jealous when her friend got the lead role in the play."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

envious

Usage notes

"Jealous" is usually followed by "of", as in "jealous of his success."

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "She felt _____ when her friend got the lead role in the play."

Answer: jealous

In your own words, what does "jealous" mean?

Feeling unhappy because you want something that someone else has.

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