adjective · Hard SAT word

    Covetous

    greedy; showing extreme cupidity; painfully desirous of another's advantages

    Covetous in a sentence

    His covetous nature made him constantly want what others possessed.

    Synonyms for covetous

    • greedy
    • envious
    • acquisitive

    Antonyms for covetous

    • generous
    • content
    • satisfied

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    Vocabulary like covetous appears on the Digital SAT in Words-in-Context questions, where you choose the word that fits a passage's meaning and tone. You can also drill this word with vocabulary flashcards.

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