Green with envy

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adjective phrase

To be extremely jealous or full of envy.

He saw her new car and was green with envy.
Visual representation of "green with envy" - To be extremely jealous or full of envy

Often appears as...

  • he is green with envy
  • turn green with envy

Usage tips

Idiomatic

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Visual representation of "green with envy"
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Color Emotion

In English, colors are often linked with emotions; green is associated with jealousy.

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When she got the promotion, I couldn't help feeling green with envy.
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Expression Strength

The phrase is used to emphasize very strong feelings of envy, not just mild jealousy.

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His lottery win had everyone in the office green with envy.
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Metaphorical Use

Remember that 'green with envy' is metaphorical and does not mean someone literally turns green.

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Every time she talks about her travels, I go green with envy.
Visual representation of the word "Green with envy"

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