Covetousness

Pronunciation: /ˈkoʊˈviˌtoʊˈəsˈnɛs/

Covetousness (noun)

  1. A strong desire to have something that belongs to someone else, often in an unfair or selfish way.
  2. The state of wanting more and more, especially when it harms others or ignores what is right.

Examples

  • Her covetousness made her want what others had.
  • Covetousness can grow when you compare yourself to others.