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envy Antonyms
Opposite of envy
Pinning down the opposite of envy requires matching its exact sense, so the antonyms and opposite words below are paired with a clear noun definition and ranked by contrast strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A feeling of discontented or resentful longing aroused by someone else's possessions, qualities, or luck.
Usage Example
"She felt a pang of contentment when she saw her colleague's spacious new office."
Strongest
contentment
Strong
satisfaction
goodwill
benevolence
Similar words to envy
Words similar to envy shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
jealousy
covetousness
covet
begrudge
resentment
grudge
bitterness
resent
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Envy. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/envy