adverb
- in a way that shows resentment or suspicion of someone's advantages or relationships
- in a way that shows careful protection or guarding of something valued
Examples
- She jealously watched her sister receive all the attention.
- He jealously guarded his secret recipe from competitors.
- The dog jealously protected its favorite toy from other pets.
- She jealously eyed her friend's new car.
- The company jealously maintains its trade secrets.
- He jealously monitored his girlfriend's social media activity.