Definition

A person who has a strong desire to possess something that belongs to someone else.

Example

He was a coveter of his neighbor's new car, wishing it were his own.

Conversation

I noticed you were staring at that new car earlier.

Yeah, it's hard not to be a little coveter sometimes.

I totally understand, it looks amazing!

Right? But I guess we should focus on what we have.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Coveter → It is formed from "covet" (from Old French *coveitier*, meaning to desire or long for) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A coveter is a person who desires or longs for something, often something that belongs to someone else.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'desires' ('covet') something that they want, and the '-er' just means a person. A coveter is someone who desires something.

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