French · Emotions & Feelings
jalousie
jealousy
Intermediatenoun · f
Definition
A feeling of unhappiness caused by believing another has something better.
Example
La jalousie peut nuire aux relations.
Jealousy can harm relationships.
Etymology
'Jalousie' comes from the French word 'jaloux', meaning jealous. The term has French roots that relate jealousy to envy and desire.
How & Where It’s Used
'Jalousie' is used in both formal and informal contexts, especially in written and spoken discourse related to personal feelings and relationships.