Difference between Jealous and Desirous

What is the difference between Jealous and Desirous?

Jealous as an adjective is envious while Desirous as an adjective is feeling desire; eagerly wishing; solicitous; eager to obtain; covetous.

Jealous

Part of speech: adjective

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

Example sentence: The jealous are possessed by a mad devil and a dull spirit at the same time.

Desirous

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: Feeling desire; eagerly wishing; solicitous; eager to obtain; covetous.

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

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