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Synonyms & Similar Words
Desired
wanted
sought-after
prized
cherished
valued
admired
envied
longed-for
yearned-for
craved
lusted-after
adored
treasured
esteemed
respected
honored
cherished
prized
enviable
attractive
alluring
appealing
captivating
enticing
seductive
irresistible
magnetic
charming
glamorous
glittering
shiny
resplendent
dazzling
splendid
luxurious
opulent
sumptuous
lavish
extravagant
prestigious
elite
exclusive
rare
unique
exceptional
outstanding
remarkable
notable
distinguished
illustrious
famous
celebrated
renowned
revered
idolized
worshiped
venerated
adulated
idolatrized
lionized
glorified
exalted
elevated
dignified
noble
grand
majestic
impressive
awe-inspiring
stunning
breathtaking
amazing
astounding
phenomenal
extraordinary
exceptional
incomparable
unparalleled
unmatched
unbeatable
unsurpassed
peerless
incomparable
matchless
unequaled
unrivaled
unsurpassed
Meaning of Coveted
The primary meaning of the word "Coveted" is highly desired or wished for.
Definitions
- Desired as an object of great want or need, often to the point of envy or obsession
- Regarded with great admiration or respect, often for its beauty, qualities, or achievements
- Considered highly valuable, precious, or esteemed, often due to its rarity or uniqueness
Etymology of Coveted
The word "Coveted" originates from the Old French word "coveitier," which is derived from the Latin word "cupere," meaning to desire.
Historically, the word has been used to describe objects, qualities, or achievements that are highly valued, admired, or desired, often due to their beauty, rarity, or excellence.
Example Uses
- The coveted award is given to the most outstanding achievement in the field.
- She had always coveted a luxurious lifestyle, with a grand mansion and exotic vacations.
- The company's coveted technology has made it a leader in the industry.
- The artist's coveted paintings are highly valued for their beauty and rarity.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Undesired
unwanted
unloved
unadmired
unenvied
unvalued
despised
disliked
hated
loathed
detested
abhorred
scorned
ridiculed
mocked
dismissed
ignored
neglected
rejected
refused
spurned
shunned
avoided
unpopular
unappealing
unattractive
repellent
repulsive
disgusting
distasteful
offensive
objectionable
undesirable
unwelcome
uninvited
unsought
unprized
uncherished
untreasured
disesteemed
disrespected
dishonored
disgraced
humiliated
debased
degraded
demeaned
belittled
disparaged
denigrated
deprecated
devalued