Definitions
- Describing a strong desire to possess something that belongs to someone else. - Referring to an intense craving for something that is not easily attainable. - Talking about an envious longing for something that is out of reach or unattainable.
- Referring to a strong desire or yearning for something that is absent or unattainable. - Describing a deep emotional need or craving for something that is missing or lost. - Talking about a nostalgic or sentimental yearning for something from the past.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a strong desire for something.
- 2Both words convey a feeling of lack or absence.
- 3Both words can be used to describe emotional states.
- 4Both words are associated with unfulfilled desires.
- 5Both words can be used to describe a yearning for something that is not present.
What is the difference?
- 1Object of desire: Coveting refers specifically to wanting something that belongs to someone else, while longing can refer to any unattainable object of desire.
- 2Intensity: Coveting implies a stronger and more intense desire than longing.
- 3Envy: Coveting often involves feelings of envy or jealousy towards the person who possesses the desired object, while longing does not necessarily involve these emotions.
- 4Duration: Longing can be a long-term or ongoing feeling, while coveting is usually a more short-term desire.
- 5Moral implications: Coveting can have negative moral connotations, while longing is generally neutral in this regard.
Remember this!
Coveting and longing both describe a strong desire for something that is not present or unattainable. However, coveting specifically refers to wanting something that belongs to someone else, while longing can refer to any unfulfilled desire. Additionally, coveting implies a stronger and more intense desire than longing, and often involves feelings of envy or jealousy.
