English▸ adjective feeling or showing an envious resentment of someone or their achievements, possessions, or perceived advantages:
she was always jealous of me.
▪ feeling or showing a resentful suspicion that one's partner is attracted to or involved with someone else:
a jealous husband.
▪ fiercely protective of one's rights or possessions:
the men were proud of their achievements and jealous of their independence.
▪ (of God) demanding faithfulness and exclusive worship.