How Do You Spell COVETER?

Pronunciation: [kˈʌvɛtə] (IPA)

Coveter is a noun that refers to someone who desires or craves something. This word is spelled with a "c" and a "v," followed by a long "o" sound, represented phonetically with the /oʊ/ in the IPA transcription. After the vowel sound, it is spelled with "e-t-e-r," represented as /ɛtər/. When pronounced correctly, the stress is on the second syllable, with the syllable "cove" being unstressed. The phonetic transcription, /koʊˈvɛtər/ illustrates the correct pronunciation of the word "coveter."

COVETER Meaning and Definition

1. Coveter refers to an individual who has a strong desire or lust for something that belongs to someone else. This term is commonly used to describe someone who incessantly longs for and craves the possessions, advantages, or achievements of others. A coveter is driven by envy or jealousy towards others, often feeling discontent with their own circumstances and yearning for what they perceive as superior or more desirable possessions, qualities, or circumstances possessed by another individual.

   The coveter's focus is fixated on obtaining what others possess instead of appreciating or being content with their own. This desire may arise from a feeling of inadequacy or a belief that acquiring what others have will bring them personal satisfaction or happiness. The act of coveting may involve longing for material objects, such as luxurious goods, money, or property, or coveting intangible qualities like success, talent, or popularity. The coveter's desires can be all-consuming and may overshadow their ability to appreciate their own blessings.

   Coveting is commonly viewed as a negative quality, as it can lead to negative emotions such as resentment, envy, and bitterness. It may also lead to unethical behaviors such as theft, deceit, or manipulation in order to obtain what is coveted. Coveters are often advised to focus on self-acceptance, gratitude, and personal growth as means to overcome their dissatisfaction and find contentment with their own lives.

2. One who.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for COVETER

• xoveter
• voveter
• foveter
• doveter
• civeter
• ckveter
• clveter
• cpveter
• c0veter
• c9veter
• coceter
• cobeter
• cogeter
• cofeter
• covwter
• covster
• covdter
• covrter
• cov4ter

Etymology of COVETER

The word "coveter" is derived from the verb "covet". The noun form "covet" originated in Middle English as "coveien" and transitioned through Old French as "coveitier" before eventually becoming "covet" in its current form. It ultimately finds its roots in the Latin word "covetāre", which means "to desire eagerly". The term "coveter" refers to someone who covets, or passionately desires, something that belongs to someone else.

Similar spelling words for COVETER

• cover,
• covet,
• coveted,
• covets,
• covered.

Plural form of COVETER is COVETERS