gem

gem

noun

Definition of GEM

1

a usually valuable stone cut and polished for ornament <a ring set with diamonds and other precious gems>

Synonyms brilliant, gemstone, jewel, rock [slang]

Related Words bauble, bijou, trinket; birthstone; baguette, cabochon, cameo, scarab, solitaire, teardrop; paste, rhinestone, zircon; crown jewels, jewelry

Near Antonyms rough

2

someone or something unusually desirable <that new car is a real gem> <she's dating a real gem these days>

Synonyms catch, gem, jewel, pearl, plum, treasure

Related Words blessing, find, godsend, goody (or goodie), valuable, windfall; booty, loot, plunder, spoil, swag; brass ring; glory, pride; gold, jackpot, prize money, treasure trove

Near Antonyms lemon, loser