covet
Translation
to desire, to yearn for, to crave
Examples
He began to covet his neighbour's success.
He began to covet his neighbor's success.
She coveted the award for many years.
She coveted the award for many years.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to strongly desire something, often belonging to another person I covet that beautiful painting.
Similar Words
Synonyms: desire, crave, yearn for, envy
Etymology
From Old French 'coveitier', based on Latin 'cupiditas' (desire). Related to 'Cupid'.
Memory Tips
Think of the Ten Commandments: 'Thou shalt not covet'. It means you shouldn't desire what others have.