A2 — Elementarynoun
gelosia
jealousy
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
invidiapossessivitàrisentimentosospettorivalità
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
fiduciaserenitàgenerositàsicurezzatranquillità
Usage note
'Gelosia' is jealousy (fear of losing someone/something you have). 'Invidia' is envy (wanting what others have — a different emotion). Both are commonly confused.
Example
"La gelosia stava rovinando la loro relazione."
"Jealousy was ruining their relationship."
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