enviable

adjective

en·​vi·​able ˈen-vē-ə-bəl How to pronounce enviable (audio)
Synonyms of enviablenext
: highly desirable
enviableness noun
enviably adverb

Examples of enviable in a Sentence

The company is in the enviable position of having no real competitors. She has an enviable reputation for honesty.
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But Haaland’s enviable collection has triggered another round of discussion about men and the innocent handbag. Teddy Brown, CNN Money, 30 June 2026 Though some of the stories focused on their enviable style, much of it was devoted to speculating about their appearance and mental health. Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 30 June 2026 Perched on a hillside in Silverlake, the Bernardi House offers enviable panoramic views of city landmarks like the Hollywood sign and the Griffith Park Observatory. Kristin Braswell, Architectural Digest, 30 June 2026 But trust me, the property’s enviable peace and quiet may just keep you in your room a bit longer. Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 24 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for enviable

Word History

First Known Use

1602, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of enviable was in 1602

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“Enviable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/enviable. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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enviable

adjective
en·​vi·​able ˈen-vē-ə-bəl How to pronounce enviable (audio)
: likely to be the object of envy : highly desirable
enviableness noun
enviably adverb

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