jealous
jeal-ous · adjective
Definitions
adjective
- 1.
Feeling resentment or bitterness toward someone because of their advantages, possessions, or success; envious.
- 2.
Feeling suspicious or fearful of being displaced by a rival, especially in a romantic relationship; possessive.
- 3.
Fiercely protective or watchful of something one values.
Phrases & expressions
- •jealous of — envious of someone or something
- •jealous rage — extreme anger caused by jealousy
- •green with jealousy — extremely jealous (green being associated with envy)
Related words
Etymology
From Old French jalous, from Late Latin zelosus, from Latin zelus ("zeal, jealousy"), from Greek zelos ("zeal, jealousy").