Associations to the word «Jealous»

Wiktionary

JEALOUS, adjective. Suspecting rivalry in love; troubled by worries that one might have been replaced in someone's affections; suspicious of a lover or spouse's fidelity. [from 13th c.]
JEALOUS, adjective. Protective, zealously guarding, careful in the protection of something one has or appreciates. [from 14th c.]
JEALOUS, adjective. Envious; feeling resentful of someone for a perceived advantage, material or otherwise. [from 14th c.]
JEALOUS, adjective. Suspecting, suspicious.

Dictionary definition

JEALOUS, adjective. 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".
JEALOUS, adjective. Suspicious or unduly suspicious or fearful of being displaced by a rival; "a jealous lover".

Wise words

Watch your thoughts, they become your words. Watch your words, they become your actions. Watch your actions, they become your habits. Watch your habits, they become your character. Watch your character, it becomes your destiny.
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