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Etymology · Ancient Greek

ζῆλος

4 English words descend from Ancient Greek ζῆλος, most common first.

jealousSuspecting rivalry in love; troubled by worries that one might have been replaced in someone's affections; suspicious of a lover's or spouse's fidelity.
zealThe fervour or tireless devotion for a person, cause, or ideal and determination in its furtherance; diligent enthusiasm; powerful interest.
zealousFull of zeal; ardent, fervent; exhibiting enthusiasm or strong passion, particularly in matters of religion.
zealousyZeal; zealotry.