Prenvy

When you are simultaneously proud and envious of someone's achievements (usually a friend or family member).

I felt such prenvy when my best friend told me they were getting their book published.

by Heardabouttheword January 3, 2018

Prenvy

A state of pride-based jealousy arising from ego injury, in which resentment toward another’s success is driven not by desire for what they have, but by the perception that one ought to have outperformed them.

His hostility wasn’t envy; it was prenvy. He believed the success violated the natural order.

by K.S. Hewitt February 5, 2026