Basic Details
Word: Envy
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A feeling of jealousy when someone else has something you want.
Synonyms: Jealousy, resentment, covetousness
Antonyms: Contentment, satisfaction, happiness
Idioms and Phrases
- Green with envy: To be very envious. Example: "She was green with envy when her friend got a new bicycle."
- Envy is blind: Suggests that jealousy can make us overlook other people's good qualities. Example: "He was so focused on his envy that he forgot to appreciate his friend's hard work."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Maria felt a pang of envy when she saw her classmates receiving awards for their achievements.
Example 2: Envy can lead to negative feelings, so it's important to focus on your own successes.
Example 3: Instead of letting envy take over, John decided to congratulate his friend on their new job.
Fun Fact
Did you know that envy has been considered one of the seven deadly sins in many cultures? It has been a topic in literature and philosophy for centuries, encouraging people to reflect on their feelings and actions.
Famous Quote
"Envy is the art of counting the other fellow's blessings instead of your own." Harold Coffin
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "envy" mean?
a) A strong happiness
b) A feeling of jealousy
c) A type of food
d) A place to live
Answer: b) A feeling of jealousy
2. Which of these is a synonym of "envy"?
a) Happiness
b) Jealousy
c) Peace
d) Kindness
Answer: b) Jealousy
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "envy"?
a) Jealousy
b) Contentment
c) Resentment
d) Covetousness
Answer: b) Contentment
4. Which sentence uses "envy" correctly?
a) She felt envy when she lost her pet.
b) He carved the envy into a beautiful shape.
c) Envy can harm friendships if not managed properly.
d) The sky was filled with envy as the sun set.
Answer: c) Envy can harm friendships if not managed properly.
5. What does the idiom "green with envy" mean?
a) Feeling very happy
b) Being very envious
c) Feeling very tired
d) Being very excited
Answer: b) Being very envious
