Jealous Definition & Meaning

jealous
adjective
  1. showing extreme cupidity; painfully desirous of another's advantages; "he was never covetous before he met her"; "jealous of his success and covetous of his possessions"; "envious of their art collection"
  2. suspicious or unduly suspicious or fearful of being displaced by a rival; "a jealous lover"

"Jealous" in song lyrics

See how jealous is used in real songs:

  • "Walk an invisible city of lost clans and he's jealous"
    Aesop Rock — Fascination
  • "Some of ya girls is watchin and they probably get jealous"
    Benzino f/ K.T., Prince, Smoke, Luv, Weirdo, O.T. — Throw Them 3's (Boston Niggaz)
  • "I get the letters, pop pellets, these haters hella jealous"
    Big Mike — Animal

Usage tips for "jealous"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "jealous" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for jealous to find words that pair well.

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