coveted
Definition
- Adjective:
- Greatly desired: Something that is "coveted" is intensely wanted or wished for by many people, often because it is considered valuable, prestigious, or rare.
Usage
The adjective "coveted" is used to describe an object, position, award, or quality that is the subject of strong desire or envy. It often implies that the desired thing is difficult to obtain and that many people are competing for it. It is typically placed before the noun it modifies.
Examples
- Adjective:
- She finally won the coveted award for best actress.
- The team secured a spot in the coveted championship game.
- A corner office with a view is a coveted position in this company.
Advanced Usage
- "Much-coveted": An intensified form, emphasizing the high degree of desire.
- The much-coveted trophy was displayed in the hall.
- "Long-coveted": Describes something that has been desired for a long period.
- He achieved his long-coveted goal of running a marathon.
Variants and Related Words
- Covet (verb): To desire (something belonging to another) wrongfully or inordinately.
- Thou shalt not covet thy neighbor's house.
- Covetous (adjective): Having or showing a great desire to possess something, typically something belonging to someone else.
- He cast a covetous glance at the expensive car.
Synonyms
- Desired
- Sought-after
- Enviable
- Prestigious
- Prized
Antonyms
- Despised
- Scorned
- Unwanted
- Undesirable
Adjective
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