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

City officials have defended the deal and its negotiations, saying texts between city staff and Manley were appropriate and that Brea has long coveted a Costco, which would be an economic driver for the city amid a mounting budget deficit. — Victoria Le, Oc Register, 7 Aug. 2026

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

The foot is the bulk of the abalone, the muscular, toothsome mass of tissue that harvesters coveted. — Literary Hub, 29 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