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ENVYING

\ˈɛnvɪɪŋ], \ˈɛnvɪɪŋ], \ˈɛ_n_v_ɪ__ɪ_ŋ]\

Definitions of ENVYING

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
1871 - The Cabinet Dictionary of the English Language

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Ill-will or mortification on account of some supposed superiority in others.

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H.

n. Mortification at the happiness and prosperity of another; ill-feeling to others on account of supposed superiority.

1871 - The Cabinet Dictionary of the English Language

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