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envious

The correct spelling is envious.

How to pronounce envious

/ˈɛnvɪəs/
adjective

IPA: /ˈɛnvɪəs/

Say it like: Env-iow-s

The correct spelling is envious. Feeling or exhibiting envy; jealously desiring the excellence or good fortune of another; maliciously grudging For example: "an envious man, disposition, or attack; envious tongues"

Usage Examples

an envious man, disposition, or attack; envious tongues

Definition

adjective

  1. 1.Feeling or exhibiting envy; jealously desiring the excellence or good fortune of another; maliciously grudging
  2. 2.Excessively careful; cautious.
  3. 3.Malignant; mischievous; spiteful.
  4. 4.Inspiring envy.

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