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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

envious

/ɛnˈvaɪəs/ adjective · British & US
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What does envious mean?

adjective

Feeling or showing resentment against someone who has something that you want for yourself; wishing to have what someone else has.

Example

"She felt envious of her friend's new car and couldn't help but ask her about it."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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