jealous

• Gefühl der Missgunst gegenüber jemandem, der etwas hat oder erreicht hat, was man selbst begehrt; auch eifersüchtig im Sinne von Angst, eine geliebte Person zu verlieren.

Feeling or showing envy of someone or their achievements and advantages.

1. Envious of othersA2formal

   Feeling or showing resentment or envy towards someone's achievements, advantages, or possessions.

   Eifersüchtig

   • She was jealous of her friend's new car.
   • He felt jealous when his colleague got the promotion.
   • Don't be jealous of others' success; focus on your own goals.

   Synonymecovetousenviousgreen-eyedresentfulwishful

   Antonymecontentsatisfiedunresentful

2. Possessive in relationshipsB1formal

   Feeling or showing suspicion or resentment towards someone's romantic or social relationships.

   Eifersüchtig

   • He gets jealous when his girlfriend talks to other men.
   • Her jealous behavior drove her partner away.
   • Jealous arguments often lead to misunderstandings in relationships.

   Synonymedistrustfulinsecurepossessivesuspicious

   Antonymesecuretrusting