as in greedy
having or marked by an eager and often selfish desire especially for material possessions
cast a coveting glance at her friend's diamond necklace
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as in craving
to have an earnest wish to own or enjoy
I've been coveting that sleek sports car in the showroom for some time now
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Recent Examples of coveting
Michelle Baricevic, Travel + Leisure, 6 Apr. 2026
The Bible teaches that lying, stealing, adultery and coveting your neighbor’s property are sins.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 16 Mar. 2026
Private is the mystery incandescence of her nacre, coveting which the likes of us killed her ancestors to make buttons, souvenirs, entire garments for ritual dancers who sought to banish their demons with her magical inner light.
—Literary Hub, 23 Feb. 2026
Otherwise, teams weren’t coveting that contract, and the Heat wasn’t offered any difference-maker with multiple years left on a contract.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 10 Feb. 2026
So, keep your eyes peeled tomorrow for the coat (and sweater, and pants, and mittens) that everyone's coveting this winter.
—Madeline Hirsch, InStyle, 5 Feb. 2026
Early in their friendship, the two of them would spend their weekends driving out around the bay, picking furniture out of the garbage, admiring old windows and doors, and coveting the sheds.
—Hazlitt, 4 Feb. 2026
The history of the United States coveting Canadian territory goes back to the earliest days of the country itself.
—Washington Post, 4 Feb. 2026
Three days later, the clothes-coveting crew were back at it again, but this time in neighboring Elmhurst.
—Lincoln Anderson, New York Daily News, 11 Jan. 2026
Verb
Need to Know A travel writer with expensive taste is coveting Quince’s $180 Italian Leather Handwoven Convertible Backpack that looks similar to a $4,400 Bottega Veneta style.
—Michelle Baricevic, Travel + Leisure, 6 Apr. 2026
The Bible teaches that lying, stealing, adultery and coveting your neighbor’s property are sins.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 16 Mar. 2026
Private is the mystery incandescence of her nacre, coveting which the likes of us killed her ancestors to make buttons, souvenirs, entire garments for ritual dancers who sought to banish their demons with her magical inner light.
—Literary Hub, 23 Feb. 2026
Otherwise, teams weren’t coveting that contract, and the Heat wasn’t offered any difference-maker with multiple years left on a contract.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 10 Feb. 2026
So, keep your eyes peeled tomorrow for the coat (and sweater, and pants, and mittens) that everyone's coveting this winter.
—Madeline Hirsch, InStyle, 5 Feb. 2026
Early in their friendship, the two of them would spend their weekends driving out around the bay, picking furniture out of the garbage, admiring old windows and doors, and coveting the sheds.
—Hazlitt, 4 Feb. 2026
The history of the United States coveting Canadian territory goes back to the earliest days of the country itself.
—Washington Post, 4 Feb. 2026
Three days later, the clothes-coveting crew were back at it again, but this time in neighboring Elmhurst.
—Lincoln Anderson, New York Daily News, 11 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for coveting
Adjective
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Some greedy and power-hungry people don’t like it.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Apr. 2026
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The invader is a skillful art restorer, Lori Butler (Michaela Coel), who’s been hired by Julian’s greedy children, Barnaby (James Corden) and Sallie (Jessica Gunning), to work, or pose, as their father’s new assistant.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
3 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Whatever folks are craving, Haider said there’s something for everyone.—
Jenna Thompson
April 8,
Kansas City Star,
8 Apr. 2026
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Saturday is a chance to win the hearts of fans craving cleaner, more exciting football after Billy Napier’s four seasons.—
Edgar Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
8 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Starring Elordi and Barry Keoghan, Fennell’s dark comedy about class resentment and covetous destruction was sold on the promise of erotic excess.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
9 Feb. 2026
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For most players, that amount of storage is realistically enough for all but the most covetous data hoarders.—
Matt Kamen,
Wired News,
3 Aug. 2025
Verb
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When the winter transfer window opened, there was significant interest from clubs wanting to take him on loan, because the player was still not getting many minutes at Barca.—
Laia Cervelló Herrero,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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Unions and district remain apart on salary increases, with teachers seeking 17% raises and Local 99 workers — some of the lowest-paid — also wanting stability.—
Howard Blume,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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For example, Stanford’s Eesley said that plenty of AI business customers are eager to try out new tools, but drop them after a trial period.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
7 Apr. 2026
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Why are men like Sam Bateman or Warren Jeffs eager to document so much of their criminal activity?—
Savannah Walsh,
Vanity Fair,
6 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Stay informed, stay vigilant, and prioritize safety when enjoying the surf.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Apr. 2026
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Peaches is described as affectionate and well-balanced — enjoying car rides, treats and quiet time at home.—
Caroline Foreback,
CBS News,
8 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Who once set us in the deep a password, lock and mercenary.—
Timmy Straw,
The New York Review of Books,
4 Apr. 2026
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Following the 2004 Man on Fire movie, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II is ready to take the reins from Denzel Washington as the leading ex-mercenary.—
Madeleine Janz,
PEOPLE,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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On the sensual afro-pop fusion, produced by Daramola, the artists sing about connecting and desiring each other, and even wanting to have each other’s baby.—
Jessica Roiz,
Billboard,
27 Mar. 2026
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Hyundai will surely sell a slew of these and might even out sell the sister-like Kia Telluride for those desiring a little more flare.—
Marc D. Grasso,
Boston Herald,
26 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Coveting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coveting. Accessed 10 Apr. 2026.
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