unenvying

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English[edit]

Etymology[edit]

un- +‎ envying

Adjective[edit]

unenvying (comparative more unenvying, superlative most unenvying)

  1. Not envying.
    • 1854, William Harrison Ainsworth, The Lancashire Witches[1]:
      Even Sir Ralph was struck with her extreme gracefulness, and pointed her out to Mistress Nicholas, who, unenvying and amiable, joined heartily in his praises.
    • 1873, A. G. Riddle, Bart Ridgeley[2]:
      "I think not," said Mrs. Markham, with a glance at Julia, who, never withdrawing her eyes, stood with lips slightly apart, and her face bright with unenvying admiration.