B1
jealous vs possessive
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| jealousadjective/ˈdʒel.əs/ | Meaning unhappy or angry because someone has something you want, or afraid of losing someone's love | Goes with jealous of | Example Some people become jealous if their partner chats with old friends online. |
| possessiveadjective/pəˈzes.ɪv/ | Meaning wanting to keep someone or something for yourself; also, showing who owns something | Goes with possessive of | Example The child was possessive of his toys and refused to share. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
"Mine" is a pronoun.