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jealously Synonyms

Another word for jealously

Choosing another word for jealously depends on context, so the 12 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adverb (Context 1)

In a fiercely protective, vigilant, or possessive manner toward one's rights, secrets, or prized possessions.

Usage Example

"For centuries, the artisan guild possessively guarded the traditional formula for its cobalt glaze."

Strongest
possessively
Strong
protectively
vigilantly
zealously
closely
fiercely

• adverb (Context 2)

In a manner that shows or feels envy, resentment, or suspicion toward another person's achievements, advantages, or relationships.

Usage Example

"He watched enviously from the sidelines as his younger colleague received the prestigious industry award."

Strongest
enviously
Strong
covetously
resentfully
begrudgingly
grudgingly
Weak
suspiciously

Opposites of jealously

The opposite of jealously shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

carelessly
negligently
trustingly
generously
contentedly
loosely
See all opposites of jealously

• Nearby Words

jazzman
jazzy
jealous
jealously
jealousness
jealousy
jean

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Jealously. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/jealously
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