Covet and Salivate

Covet

Covet verb - To have an earnest wish to own or enjoy.
Usage example: I've been coveting that sleek sports car in the showroom for some time now

Salivate and covet are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Salivate" instead a verb "Covet".

Salivate

Salivate verb - Be envious, desirous, eager for, or extremely happy about something.
Usage example: She was salivating over the raise she anticipated
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Synonyms for Salivate

Covet and salivate are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Covet" instead a verb "Salivate".

Nearby Words: saliva, salivation, salivary, salivating
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