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Invidiously: meaning, definitions and examples

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invidiously

 

[ ɪnˈvɪdɪəsli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

in a manner

Invidiously means in a manner that is likely to arouse resentment or anger in others. It often describes actions or remarks that are jealous or envious in nature, which can lead to interpersonal conflict. This adverb typically has a negative connotation, indicating a malicious or spiteful intention behind the behavior. It reflects feelings of envy that provoke discord rather than harmony.

Synonyms

enviously, maliciously, spitefully

Examples of usage

  • She spoke invidiously about her colleague's promotion.
  • His invidiously sharp comments made her uncomfortable.
  • They acted invidiously towards the new group members.

Translations

Translations of the word "invidiously" in other languages:

🇵🇹 invejosamente

🇮🇳 ईर्ष्यापूर्ण

🇩🇪 neidisch

🇮🇩 dengan iri

🇺🇦 заздрісно

🇵🇱 zazdroszcząco

🇯🇵 嫉妬深く

🇫🇷 avec envie

🇪🇸 envidiosamente

🇹🇷 kıskançça

🇰🇷 질투스럽게

🇸🇦 بغض

🇨🇿 závidělivě

🇸🇰 závideniahodným spôsobom

🇨🇳 妒忌地

🇸🇮 zavistno

🇮🇸 öfundsjúkur

🇰🇿 қызғанышпен

🇬🇪 სიძულვილით

🇦🇿 qısqanclıqla

🇲🇽 envidiosamente

Word origin

The word 'invidiously' originates from the Latin term 'invidiosus', which means 'envious' or 'jealous'. This, in turn, comes from the root 'invidia', meaning 'envy'. The usage of 'invidious' can be traced back to the Middle Ages, where it was commonly used in the context of jealousy and ill will. Over time, the adverbial form 'invidiously' was adopted to describe actions or behaviors that invoke envy. The word reflects a long-standing human emotional experience, as envy has been a topic in literature, philosophy, and psychology throughout history.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,973, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.