envy

Definitions

A feeling of discontented or resentful longing aroused by someone else's possessions, qualities, or luck.

The desire to have a quality, possession, or other desirable attribute belonging to someone else.

Examples

She could not help but feel a twinge of envy when she saw her friend's new car.

His success is something that many of his colleagues envy.

It is a waste of time to envy the achievements of others instead of focusing on your own goals.

Synonyms

jealousy covetousness resentment grudging desire craving green-eyed

Antonyms

contentment satisfaction generosity benevolence admiration indifference happiness