How many syllables in jealousy?

There are 3 syllables in the word jealousy.

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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:

doubt dubiety envy resentment animosity covetousness wariness malice spite hatred

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Antonyms for jealousy:

pride admiration

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