As a verb covet
is to wish for with eagerness; to desire possession of, often enviously.
As a noun penchant is
taste, liking, or inclination (for).
covet
English
Verb
(
en verb)
To wish for with eagerness; to desire possession of, often enviously.
To long for inordinately or unlawfully; to hanker after (something forbidden).
To yearn, have or indulge inordinate desire, notably for another's possession.
Derived terms
* covetable
* coveter
* covetingly
* covetous
* covetousness
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penchant
English
Noun
(
en noun)
taste, liking, or inclination (for)
- He has a penchant for fine wine.
Synonyms
* desire
Related terms
* pendant