Synonyms for "jealous"
12 kid-friendly synonyms for jealous, sorted by grade level (K-2, 3-5, 6-8).
What does "jealous" mean?
The word jealous is an adjective that means: feeling upset because someone has something you want.
Example: "My brother feels jealous."
Grade K–2Easy synonyms for jealous
Younger kids can use these in place of "jealous":
Grade 3–5Stronger words for jealous
For elementary writers ready to add precision and variety to their vocabulary:
Grade 6–8Middle-school vocabulary for jealous
Tier 2 academic alternatives — useful for essays, persuasive writing, and standardized tests:
Opposites of jealous (antonyms)
Words that mean the opposite of jealous:
FAQ — synonyms for jealous
What is a good synonym for jealous in a kid's writing?
For K-2 writers, try mad. For older students, "envious" reads more naturally in school writing.
How many synonyms does jealous have?
We list 12 grade-appropriate synonyms for jealous across three reading levels. Adults' thesauruses include dozens more, but most aren't useful for K-8 vocabulary.
Is jealous a noun, verb, or adjective?
In this entry, jealous is used as an adjective.
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