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Zealous vs. Jealous
Zealous
/ˈzeləs/Examples:
She approached every task with zealous determination.His zealous support for animal rights inspired many.The team was zealous in preparing for the championship.
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Jealous
/ˈdʒeləs/Examples:
She felt a pang of jealousy when she saw them together.His jealous nature often leads to unnecessary conflicts.Jealous clouds covered the sun, hiding its warm rays.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- Zealous and jealous might sound alike but they convey very different emotions.
- Zealous is filled with enthusiasm and passion, often leading to eagerness.
- Meanwhile, jealous is laced with envy and suspicion, typically concerning someone's success or relationships.
- Think of zesty energy for zealous to remember its positive and active connotation.
- Connect jealous with jealousy, which is an emotion we feel when we want what someone else has.
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