jealous
Pronunciation: /ˈdʒɛləs/
adjective
- feeling or showing an envious resentment of someone or their achievements, possessions, or perceived advantages: she was always jealous of me
- feeling or showing a resentful suspicion that one’s partner is attracted to or involved with someone else: a jealous husband
- fiercely protective of one’s rights or possessions: the men were proud of their achievements and jealous of their independence
- (of God) demanding faithfulness and exclusive worship.
Origin:
Middle English: from Old French gelos, from medieval Latin zelosus (see zealous)
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