Definition for Jealousy (jealousies)

jealousy (jealousies), n. [OFr gelosie, see jealous, adj.] (webplay: desire).

  1. Envy; resentment derived from comparison of oneself to a rival.
  2. Uneasy feeling; distress that another person enjoys something desired for oneself.

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