jealousy
nounHow many syllables in jealousy?
There are 3 syllables in the word jealousy.How to pronounce jealousy:
Definition of jealousy:
- jealousy (noun):
- a jealous disposition, attitude, or feeling
- the state of or an instance of feeling jealous
- a feeling of jealous envy (especially of a rival).
Synonyms for jealousy:
animosity
covetousness
distrust
doubt
dubiety
enmity
enviousness
envy
green-eyed monster
hatred
ill-will
invidiousness
malice
mistrust
possessiveness
resentment
spite
suspicion
wariness
Antonyms for jealousy:
admiration
compersion
pride
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