Definition

The feeling of wanting what someone else has, often leading to resentment or envy.

Example

Her jealousness made it hard for her to be happy for her friend's success.

Conversation

I noticed you seemed a bit off at the party last night.

Yeah, I felt some jealousness when I saw everyone talking to her.

I get that; sometimes it’s hard to see friends getting attention.

Exactly! I just need to remind myself that it’s all good.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Jealousness is formed from "jealous" (from Old French *jaloux*, meaning envious or possessive) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word describes the state of being envious or possessive towards someone or something.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'jealous' which means feeling envious, and remember that 'jealousness' refers to the state of feeling that way.

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