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to envy
01
benijden
to feel unhappy or irritated because someone else has something that one desires
Transitive: to envy sth
Voorbeelden
They envy their classmates' popularity and wish they were as well-liked.
Ze benijden de populariteit van hun klasgenoten en wensen dat ze net zo geliefd waren.
02
to begrudge or feel unwillingness to give someone their due
Transitive: to envy sb
Voorbeelden
She tried not to envy others, but it was hard at times.
01
afgunst
a feeling of dissatisfaction, unhappiness, or anger that one might have as a result of wanting what others have
Voorbeelden
Envy can poison relationships if not addressed openly and honestly.
Afgunst kan relaties vergiftigen als het niet openlijk en eerlijk wordt aangepakt.
02
something that provokes feelings of jealousy or desire
