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- Dictionarycov·et/ˈkəvət/
verb
- 1. yearn to possess or have (something): "he covets time for exercise and fishing"
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The meaning of COVET is to wish for earnestly. How to use covet in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Covet.
Covet definition: to desire wrongfully, inordinately, or without due regard for the rights of others. See examples of COVET used in a sentence.
COVET definition: 1. to want to have something very much, especially something that belongs to someone else: 2. to…. Learn more.
To wish, long, or crave for (something, esp the property of another person).... Click for English pronunciations, examples sentences, video.
covet something to want something very much, especially something that belongs to somebody else. He had long coveted the chance to work with a famous musician. They are this year's winners of the coveted trophy (= that everyone would like to win).
Covet definition: To feel strong or immoderate desire for (that which is another's).
If you covet something, you eagerly desire something that someone else has. If it's 95 degrees out and humid, you may find yourself coveting your neighbor's air conditioner.
A complete guide to the word "COVET": definitions, pronunciations, synonyms, grammar insights, collocations, examples, and translations.
To wish, long, or crave for (something, esp the property of another person).... Click for pronunciations, examples sentences, video.
COVET definition: to want something very much, especially something that someone else has. Learn more.
