enviable

adjective

en·​vi·​able ˈen-vē-ə-bəl How to pronounce enviable (audio)
: highly desirable
enviableness noun
enviably adverb

Examples of enviable in a Sentence

The company is in the enviable position of having no real competitors. She has an enviable reputation for honesty.
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The sculptural handle attachments and precise seam detailing elevate it beyond basic, while the compact size forces that enviable French discipline of traveling light. Angela Lei, Forbes.com, 21 July 2025 Suddenly, Denver approaches 2025 with precious few weak points on its defense and enviable depth in a variety of rooms. Luca Evans, Denver Post, 18 July 2025 However, many of the interior shots, including that enviable kitchen, were filmed on sound stages at Screen Gems Studio in Wilmington. Kelsie Gibson, People.com, 17 July 2025 As a child, Mike Shoals enjoyed enviable access to NFL locker rooms and facilities because of his father, Roger R. Shoals, who lined up as an offensive tackle for nine seasons with three professional franchises. Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 15 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for enviable

Word History

First Known Use

1602, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of enviable was in 1602

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“Enviable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/enviable. Accessed 25 Jul. 2025.

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enviable

adjective
en·​vi·​able ˈen-vē-ə-bəl How to pronounce enviable (audio)
: likely to be the object of envy : highly desirable
enviableness noun
enviably adverb

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