Definition of jealous

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  • jealous is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 14
  • jealous is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 14
  • jealous is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 18

Definition of jealous

  • showing extreme cupidity; painfully desirous of another's advantages (adjective)

    Examples

    1. jealous of his success and covetous of his possessions

    Synonyms

    1. covetous
    2. envious
  • suspicious or unduly suspicious or fearful of being displaced by a rival (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a jealous lover

    Synonyms

    1. green-eyed
    2. overjealous

See definition of jealous in Merriam Webster