[jel-uh
s] 
| 1. | feeling resentment against someone because of that person's rivalry, success, or advantages (often fol. by of): He was jealous of his rich brother. |
| 2. | feeling resentment because of another's success, advantage, etc. (often fol. by of): He was jealous of his brother's wealth. |
| 3. | characterized by or proceeding from suspicious fears or envious resentment: a jealous rage; jealous intrigues. |
| 4. | inclined to or troubled by suspicions or fears of rivalry, unfaithfulness, etc., as in love or aims: a jealous husband. |
| 5. | solicitous or vigilant in maintaining or guarding something: The American people are jealous of their freedom. |
| 6. | Bible. intolerant of unfaithfulness or rivalry: The Lord is a jealous God. |