TROPHY Synonyms: 34 Similar and Opposite Words

trophy

noun

ˈtrō-fē

Definition of trophy

as in jewel

an asset that brings praise or renown the mogul's latest trophies include a winter mansion in the Bahamas and a new sports car

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Recent Examples of trophy Others posted screenshots of the story’s Pangram results like trophies. — T.m. Brown, CNN Money, 21 Oct. 2026 Salesperson advice aside, as demonstrated by our street style trends, people are really are wearing their Celine trophies out and about. — Alexandra Hildreth, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2026 Larry Kramer nabbed an Oscar nomination for his screenplay here, long before his legendary activism, and Glenda Jackson took home the Best Actress trophy — before also blazing a career fearless in politics and artistry. — Juan A. Ramírez, Vulture, 20 Oct. 2026 Designs range from a classic Knicks logo to the Larry O’Brien trophy. — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 20 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for trophy

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Noun

The South Korean star is captured in a demure Safari top or leather blazer donning jewels from Damiani’s Belle Époque and Belle Époque Reel collections, including the signature cross pendent.

— Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 2 Nov. 2026
As the middle jewel of the Triple Crown, the Preakness puts Maryland on an international stage every May.

— TK Kuegler, Baltimore Sun, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of jewel

Noun

To defend us all from another generation's youth, treasure and opportunity squandered at the altar of endless war.

— Eric Henderson, CBS News, 4 Nov. 2026
An amateur historian has stumbled upon a provocative clue to the enduring mystery of what became of a notorious pirate who raided a royal Indian treasure ship centuries ago, implicating a co-conspirator whose name is familiar to many New Yorkers.

— ABC News, ABC News, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of treasure

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Tapestry's recognition also adds to a growing collection of national honors earned by Minnesota food businesses.

— CBS News, CBS News, 3 Nov. 2026
Jacoby will compete for regional Teacher of the Year honors through the central states, followed by a national competition next fall.

— Cam'ron Hardy, Chicago Tribune, 3 Nov. 2026

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