Synonyms of coveted

coveted

verb

past tense of covet

as in craved

to have an earnest wish to own or enjoy

I've been coveting that sleek sports car in the showroom for some time now

Synonyms & Similar Words

• craved
• wanted
• desired
• enjoyed
• died (for)
• wished (for)
• sighed (for)
• loved
• itched (for)
• salivated (for)
• hungered (for)
• hankered (for or after)
• longed (for)
• pined (for)
• yearned (for)
• preferred
• panted (after)
• lusted (for or after)
• thirsted (for)
• liked
• ached (for)
• desiderated
• repined (for)
• admired
• jonesed (for)
• set one's heart on
• relished
• yenned (for)
• prized
• spoiled (for)
• valued
• delighted (in)
• favored
• treasured
• fancied
• reveled (in)
• adored
• grooved (on)
• cherished
• dug
• appreciated

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• hated
• despised
• loathed
• detested
• abhorred
• rejected
• refused
• spurned
• declined
• execrated
• abominated

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of coveted

Just one year later, Major Matt Mason was no more, destined only to be coveted decades later as collectors items . — Jeff Spry, Space.com, 1 Aug. 2026

Of course, the Pardo d’Oro, or Golden Leopard, the top prize at Locarno, and other Leopard awards will be coveted prey for filmmakers throughout the festival program. — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 1 Aug. 2026

At a verified 6-feet-6 1/2 inches and 327 pounds, with 33-inch arms and an 81-inch wingspan, Johnson plays with the size, toughness and intelligence coveted at the next level. — Dane Brugler, New York Times, 30 July 2026

Nikita Klepov, the coveted forward whom the Ducks selected 15th overall in June’s draft, made a seemingly abrupt about face, decommitting from Michigan State and instead signing a three-year, entry-level contract with the Ducks. — Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 25 July 2026

Highlights include Platinum Sponsor Charles Oudin, a historic French watchmaker, alongside museum-quality vintage pieces from brands like Tiffany and Cartier, and coveted watches from Rolex. — Kate Matthams, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026

Because the superintendent role is elected, it has too often been coveted by career politicians looking for a landing spot. — Los Angeles Times, 13 July 2026

Traveling nannies are coveted but rare, with some making up to $163,000 in the United Arab Emirates, according to the report. — Robert Frank, CNBC, 10 July 2026

This Italian American eatery in Inman Park has won quite a few awards for its bar program, including the Michelin Guide’s coveted Exceptional Cocktails Award during 2023’s inaugural ceremony. — Blair Crosby, AJC.com, 5 July 2026