jealousies

[jel-uh-see]

noun, plural -ous·ies for 4.

jealous resentment against a rival, a person enjoying success or advantage, etc., or against another's success or advantage itself.

mental uneasiness from suspicion or fear of rivalry, unfaithfulness, etc., as in love or aims.

vigilance in maintaining or guarding something.

a jealous feeling, disposition, state, or mood.

Origin:
1175–1225; Middle English gelusie, jelosie < Old French gelosie, equivalent to gelos jealous + -ie -y³

Can be confused: envy, jealousy (see synonym note at envy).

Synonyms
1. See envy.

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Jealousies is always a great word to know.

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