Difference between Jealous and Covetous

What is the difference between Jealous and Covetous?

Jealous as an adjective is envious while Covetous as an adjective is inordinately desirous; excessively eager to obtain and possess (especially money); avaricious;

Jealous

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: envious Bitterly or enviously competitive. Suspecting rivalry. Fearful of being replaced, in position or in affection. Protective, guarding.

Covetous

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: Inordinately desirous; excessively eager to obtain and possess (especially money); avaricious;

We hope you now know whether to use Jealous or Covetous in your sentence.

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