to feel very jealous · to want what someone else has
Ever seen someone with a brand-new car or a dream vacation and felt a pang of longing? 😩 That's when you're 'green with envy'! It perfectly describes that intense, slightly uncomfortable feeling of wanting what someone else has. It's often used humorously, but it expresses a real emotion. 💚
💡 **Fun Fact!** The color green has long been associated with jealousy and sickness in English. Shakespeare even used 'green-eyed monster' to describe jealousy in Othello! 👀 So, when you're 'green with envy,' it's like jealousy is making you feel a bit ill! Don't worry, it's a common feeling, just try not to let it take over! 😉
When would you most likely use the expression 'to be green with envy'? A. 🎉 When you hear your friend got into their dream university after working really hard. B. 🥳 When you see your colleague got a huge promotion and you wanted it too, even if you try to hide it. C. 😂 When you are watching a hilarious comedy show with your friends.