jealous
jeal·ous / ˈjeləs/ • adj. feeling or showing envy of someone or their achievements and advantages: he grew jealous of her success. ∎ feeling or showing suspicion of someone's unfaithfulness in a relationship: a jealous boyfriend. ∎ fiercely protective or vigilant of one's rights or possessions: Howard is still a little jealous of his authority they kept a jealous eye over their interests. ∎ (of God) demanding faithfulness and exclusive worship.DERIVATIVES: jeal·ous·ly adv.
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