Covetously

/ˈkʌvɪtəsli/ adverb

Definition

In a way that shows an intense desire to have something that belongs to someone else; with jealous longing.

Etymology

From Middle English coveitous, from Old French coveiteus, derived from Latin cupiditas (desire). The -ly suffix transforms the adjective covetous into an adverb indicating manner.

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