envier

Wants another's fortune

An envier is someone who envies—a person who feels discontent or resentment toward another's advantages, possessions, or success.

The enviers gathered to gossip about her promotion.

The word is uncommon; English speakers more often say "someone who envies" or "a jealous person."

covetousness

jealousy

Resentful desire for another's advantages

longing · desire · craving · greed · avarice · wanting · lusting · pining · acquisitiveness · materialism

resentment

bitterness

Sharp, unpleasant taste or feeling

malice · ill-will · rancor · acrimony · grudge · grievance · discontent · displeasure · anger · indignation

insecurity

jealousy

Resentful desire for another's advantages

watchfulness · competitiveness · comparison · inadequacy · inferiority · self-doubt · rivalry · obsession · paranoia · vigilance

admiration

respect

Regard with honor

idolization · worship · adoration · veneration · reverence · emulation · aspiration · longing · wistfulness · appreciation

Opposites
emotional role in envy dynamic

envierenvied

Felt jealousy toward

idol · model · paragon

emotional disposition toward others' success

envierwell-wisher

One who hopes for another's success

congratulator · admirer · supporter · cheerleader · encourager

contentment vs. discontent

envierappreciator

One who values something

stoic · minimalist · ascetic

Family

envious, envies, envied, enviously, enviousness

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