jealousy

Meanings

• noun

  A feeling of resentment and insecurity caused by the belief that someone else has or may gain something that one values.

  - "Her jealousy consumed her, driving her to act out of spite."
  - "He was jealous of his friend's new job and success."
  - "Her jealousy was fueled by her belief that her partner was flirting with someone else."

• verb

  Feeling or showing jealousy

  - "I don't want you to jealous of my success."
  - "She accused him of jealousy when he expressed concern about her new relationship."
  - "He tried to hide his jealousy, but it was obvious to everyone."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈdʒɛləsi/
   
   
   
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Antonyms

compersion

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Synonyms

jealousness

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with jealousy
javelin , levain , raven , aven , chivalry

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Variants

List of all variants of jealousy that leads to same result
jealousies , jealousy

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Old French jalousie, from jaloux, jealous, envious; akin to Latin gelosus, jealous, envying.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'green-eyed monster' comes from Shakespeare's Othello.

2. Jealousy is the most common reason for divorce.

3. In some cultures, jealousy is considered a positive emotion, as it shows that you value something or someone highly.

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Related Concepts

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1. Envy: Envy is similar to jealousy, but it focuses on desiring something that someone else has, rather than feeling resentment or insecurity about it.

2. Resentment: Resentment is a feeling of strong disapproval and anger towards someone or something, often due to a perceived injustice or wrong.

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Culture

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Jealousy is a common emotion that has been explored extensively in literature, art, and music. It is often portrayed as a destructive force that can lead to misunderstandings, conflict, and even violence. In some cultures, jealousy is seen as a sign of passion or love, while in others it is viewed as a negative emotion that should be avoided.

How to Memorize "jealousy"

1. visualize
   

   - To visualize jealousy, imagine a green-eyed monster, or a clenched fist, or someone with a scowl on their face, or a heart filled with thorns.

2. associate
   

   - To associate jealousy, imagine a heart breaking, or a snake in the grass, or a mirror reflecting an image of someone else that you desire, or a cloud of smoke obscuring your view.

3. mnemonics
   

   - To remember jealousy, use the acronym JEALOUS: Justified, Exaggerated, All-or-nothing, Lingering, Obsessive, Unfounded, Self-centered.

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