Sentences

envie in a sentence

v. i.

Definition

Envy is a feeling of discontent or resentment aroused by someone else's possessions, qualities, or luck.

Sample Sentences

  1. Her envy of her colleague's promotion was palpable during the meeting.
  2. The artist channeled his feelings of envy into a powerful and evocative painting.
  3. Despite the envy she felt, she congratulated her friend on her recent success.
  4. He realized that envy often stemmed from his own insecurities rather than the achievements of others.
  5. The green-eyed monster of envy can undermine even the strongest of friendships.

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