What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
enviousness
Example
Her enviousness towards her friend's new car was palpable. [enviousness: noun]
Example
He couldn't hide his enviousness when he saw his colleague's promotion. [enviousness: noun]
envy
Example
She felt a twinge of envy when she saw her neighbor's new car. [envy: noun]
Example
He envied his friend's athletic ability and wished he could be as good. [envy: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Envy is more commonly used than enviousness in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between enviousness and envy?
Both envy and enviousness are generally considered informal words, but enviousness may be slightly more formal due to its less frequent usage.
