Definitions
- Describing the feeling of envy or jealousy towards someone else's possessions, achievements, or qualities. - Referring to the state of being envious or covetous of what others have. - Talking about the emotion of resentment or bitterness towards someone else's success or good fortune.
- Describing the feeling of discontent or resentment towards someone else's possessions, achievements, or qualities. - Referring to the desire to have what someone else has or to be like someone else. - Talking about the emotion of jealousy or covetousness towards someone else's success or good fortune.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe negative emotions towards someone else's possessions, achievements, or qualities.
- 2Both words can be used to express feelings of jealousy or resentment.
- 3Both words can be used in similar contexts, such as discussing competition or comparison with others.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Envy is more commonly used than enviousness in everyday language.
- 2Form: Envy can be used as both a noun and a verb, while enviousness is only used as a noun.
- 3Intensity: Envy can be a stronger emotion than enviousness, implying a deeper desire or longing for what someone else has.
- 4Connotation: Envy can have a more negative connotation than enviousness, suggesting a more malicious or resentful attitude towards others.
- 5Focus: Envy is more focused on the object of desire, while enviousness is more focused on the emotional state of the person experiencing envy.
Remember this!
Envy and enviousness are synonyms that describe negative emotions towards someone else's possessions, achievements, or qualities. However, envy is more commonly used and can be both a noun and a verb, while enviousness is only used as a noun. Envy can also have a stronger and more negative connotation than enviousness, implying a deeper desire or longing for what someone else has.
