English Synonym Finder

covet

Definitions

To yearn to possess or have something, especially something belonging to another.

To desire wrongfully, inordinately, or without due regard for the rights of others.

Examples

It is not wise to covet the possessions of your neighbors.

She did not covet fame or fortune, preferring a quiet life in the countryside.

Synonyms

crave desire yearn for long for envy hunger for thirst for

Antonyms

dislike despise abhor scorn reject spurn loathe