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Feeling or showing an envious resentment of someone or their achievements, possessions, or perceived advantages
“Homer snickered when he realized that he had made Flanders jealous after showing off his new RV.”
Displaying a tendency to be over-possessive of one's partner in a relationship
“My jealous husband wants me to cover up in black from head to toe every time we go out!”
Feeling or showing a resentful suspicion that one's partner is attracted to or involved with someone else
“She went insanely jealous when she smelled the perfume and there was a terrible fight.”
Fiercely protective of one's rights or possessions
“We were proud of our achievements and jealous of our autonomy to continue down our creative paths.”
Unwilling or with reluctance
Overly attached to, or possessive of, someone
Of or pertaining to a viper
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