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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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