B1 — Intermediatenoun
invidia
envy, jealousy
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
gelosiarisentimentoastiolivore
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
generositàammirazionecontentezzasoddisfazione
Usage note
'Invidia' = envy (wanting what others have). 'Gelosia' = jealousy (fear of losing what you have). 'Astio' = spite/resentment. 'Generosità' = generosity (opposite).
Example
"Provo un po' di invidia per il successo del mio amico."
"I feel a little envy for my friend's success."
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