Covet (verb)

1. To desire eagerly or excessively, especially something belonging to another person.
2. To wish for with a strong and eager desire.

Origin:

The word covet comes from the latin word "cupide" which means "eagerly" and it first appeared in the english language in the 14th century.

Examples:

1. He couldn"t help but covet his neighbor"s new car.
2. She coveted the promotion that her colleague received.
3. He had always coveted the idea of being a professional athlete.
4. She had always coveted the idea of traveling to faraway places.
5. He had always coveted the idea of opening his own business.