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Comparative
more covetous
Superlative
most covetous
1
having an intense desire or craving for something, especially something that belongs to someone else
- He was covetous of his colleague's promotion and hoped to one day reach the same position.
- The covetous look in her eyes made it clear that she wanted the luxurious necklace her friend was wearing.
- His covetous nature led him to constantly compare his life to others and feel dissatisfied.
- The king's covetous attitude toward neighboring lands caused numerous conflicts over territory.
- She tried to ignore her covetous feelings when she saw the beautiful house for sale down the street.
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