EBONY Synonyms: 18 Similar and Opposite Words

ebony

adjective

Definition of ebony next

as in black

having the color of soot or coal the ebony loudspeakers on their chrome stands look very sleek and modern

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Recent Examples of ebony With an ebony handle and gorgeous decorative hammer marks, the Kazan Arare gyuto is a piece anyone would proudly display in their home. —

Jesse Raub, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 May 2026 The kitchen, connected to the dining room via a butler’s pantry, features ebony cabinetry and integrated appliances. —

Mark David, Robb Report, 23 Mar. 2026 Jenner's ebony mane was done in tousled waves. —

Hannah Malach, InStyle, 6 Jan. 2026 This time in an ebony wig and black and silver pants ensemble, Cher, a pair of effervescent dancers and a trio of background singers plowed through the song as fake snow fell from the rafters. —

Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 21 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for ebony

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black

Adjective

From here, there’s a plush formal living room, outfitted mostly in neutral tones, and a darker, moodier sitting room, where the black walls feature a studded pattern.

— Tori Latham, Robb Report, 30 June 2026
Nike first made a limited run of 100 all-white Air Force 1 with black Roc-A-Fella branding in 1999 as promotional items.

— Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 29 June 2026