Synonyms of envious

envious

adjective

ˈen-vē-əs 

as in jealous

having or showing mean resentment of another's possessions or advantages

a family that is envious of their neighbors' big house

Synonyms & Similar Words

• jealous
• covetous
• resentful
• green with envy
• invidious
• greedy
• jaundiced
• green-eyed
• malicious
• eating one's heart out
• suspicious
• grudging
• begrudging
• avaricious
• spiteful
• grasping
• petty
• distrustful
• rapacious

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• generous
• kind
• unenvious
• benevolent
• charitable
• altruistic
• kindhearted
• well-meaning

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of envious

Wonders is also terrific, a ball of neuroses and repression, envious of Elliot’s exploits. — ABC News, 29 July 2026

During her early years as a cheerleader in the ‘80s, Dewan had the major curls that would make the Dallas Cowboys cheer squad envious. — Grace Gavilanes, PEOPLE, 14 July 2026

Philadelphia's mayor at the time, Frank Rizzo, was a brash and brutal populist with a knack for fear-mongering that would make America's current president envious. — Chris Brennan, USA Today, 2 July 2026

On the other hand, Spain would surely become envious if England established a successful colony there. — Literary Hub, 12 June 2026