Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase. The lazy man cast a lustful glance at his neighbour's wife.
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The word nearest in meaning to "lustful" in the sentence is "covetous". "Covetous" means having or showing a strong desire to have something that belongs to someone else. In the sentence, the man is showing a strong desire towards his neighbor's wife, which is why "covetous" is the closest word in meaning to "lustful".