Jealous Synonyms

Heedful , acquisitive, anxious, careful, and defensive are synonyms for jealous; admiring and proud are antonyms of jealous. On this page, you will find 40 another word for jealous.

40 Another Word for Jealous

1. envious

  • Acquisitive
  • Begrudging
  • Bitter
  • Covetous
  • Desirous
  • Envious
  • Greedy
  • Green with envy
  • Green-eyed
  • Green
  • Grudging
  • Jaundiced
  • Malicious
  • Resentful
  • Selfish
  • Spiteful
  • Emulous

2. suspicious

  • Anxious
  • Apprehensive of rivals
  • Clinging
  • Controlling
  • Distrustful
  • Doubting
  • Insecure
  • Mistrustful
  • Overprotective
  • Possessive
  • Proprietorial
  • Suspicious
  • Dominating

3. protective

  • Careful
  • Defensive
  • Heedful
  • Mindful
  • Protective
  • Solicitous
  • Vigilant
  • Watchful
  • Attentive

Jealous Sentences

She felt jealous of their success.

He was jealous of her talent.

Don't be jealous of others’ achievements.

His jealous behavior caused problems today.