gemstone

noun

ˈjem-ˌstōn How to pronounce gemstone (audio)
Definition of gemstonenext
as in jewel
a usually valuable stone cut and polished for ornament traditionally, the gemstone for someone born in May is an emerald

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Recent Examples of gemstone Elle India reports that the coveted bag boasts a massive diamond count of 3,025 encrusted gemstones on top of 18K white gold (Kim Kardashian was spotted carrying an even smaller version of the bag in May). — Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 8 July 2026 And among these gemstones, Live Nation is shining the brightest, lawsuits and anti-trust investigations be damned. — Josh Brown,sean Russo, CNBC, 2 July 2026 Her nails were a medium length with a rounded shape and each nail featured its own glittering motif, with a metallic silver base coat serving as the foundation for the large gemstones placed in the center of each finger. — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 1 July 2026 The category represents the pinnacle of jewelry craftsmanship, with one-of-a-kind creations executed by master artisans using exceptional gemstones and precious materials. — Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for gemstone
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gemstone
  1. jewel
  2. gem
  3. rock
  4. jewelry
Noun
  • With each passing day that the jewels remain missing, fears grow that these pieces of French national heritage have been dismantled, their famed emeralds, sapphires, and diamonds cut apart and sold on the black market.
    — Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 13 July 2026
  • Considered the jewel of the offseason Ryan Weathers trade with the Yankees, Lewis is second in the Southern League with 17 homers.
    — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 13 July 2026
Definition of jewel
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  • Those who get lost in the new-wave draft shuffle are the promising high school prospects and the junior college gems.
    — Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 14 July 2026
  • Tim Lincecum threw the second no-hitter in 11 days, a gem saved by a spectacular diving catch by right fielder Hunter Pence in the San Francisco Giants’ 9-0 win against the last-place San Diego Padres.
    — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 13 July 2026
Definition of gem
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  • And each time another first-time climber reaches the top, the applause rising from the rocks below suggests that, little by little, that community is growing.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 5 July 2026
  • That roundup includes the Billboard Hot 100, as well as lists that are focused on pop, rock, alternative and dance music.
    — Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
Definition of rock
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  • The duo absconded with eight pieces of jewelry—including tiaras, a brooch, necklaces, and earrings—collectively valued at more than €88 million.
    — Tessa Solomon for ARTnews, Robb Report, 14 July 2026
  • Just be sure to style with glitzy gold jewelry for a moment of glam, especially if your day involves some retail therapy or sunset cocktails.
    — Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 14 July 2026
Definition of jewelry

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“Gemstone.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gemstone. Accessed 18 Jul. 2026.

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