Select the correct alternative to fill in the blank with the correct preposition in the following sentence.
My neighbour is envious ______ me for my new car.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
In English grammar, the adjective envious is almost always followed by the preposition of when identifying the person or thing that is the object of the envy.
Rule: Envious + of + [someone/something]
The most appropriate word that fits in the blank is ‘of’.
Complete Sentence:
My neighbour is envious of me for my new car.