Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word in the given sentence.
He is just jealous that he didn’t get picked for the job.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. envious.
The most appropriate synonym of the underlined word "jealous" is "envious."
Jealous means feeling resentment or envy over someone else's achievements, possessions, or advantages.
Envious has a similar meaning, referring to a feeling of longing or resentment caused by someone else's good fortune.