Synonyms of jealousy

jealousy

noun

ˈje-lə-sē 

as in resentment

a painful awareness of another's possessions or advantages and a desire to have them too

her jealousy over her sister's singing career drove the two of them apart

Synonyms & Similar Words

• resentment
• envy
• hatred
• covetousness
• malice
• enviousness
• animosity
• enmity
• invidiousness
• green-eyed monster
• spitefulness
• ill will
• maliciousness

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• sympathy
• kindness
• goodwill
• benevolence

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of jealousy

At its core, emotional regulation is how well someone can manage their emotions – whether positive ones like excitement and joy, or negative or more uncomfortable ones like jealousy and anger. — Jessica Griffin, The Conversation, 6 Aug. 2026

The first rule of thumb for tackling social jealousy is to never discount your child’s feelings. — Jenna Autuori-Dedic, Parents, 4 Aug. 2026

Years after Leontes, a king contorted by jealousy, has ordered that his wife, the blameless Hermione, be put to death, a curtain is drawn back to reveal what appears to be a statue of her. — Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 3 Aug. 2026

The short follows Vasilly, whose jealousy over his best friend’s sudden career success feeds a dark supernatural force growing within him. — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 27 July 2026