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 Smart bets say yes, but that doesn’t mean that there aren’t plenty of other songs worthy of the trophy this year. — Marissa R. Moss, Rolling Stone, 16 Oct. 2026 An American film hasn’t won the trophy since Summer of Soul in 2022. — Nate Jones, Vulture, 16 Oct. 2026 His favorite technique was to take a fold-up chair in the woods, get in a blowdown, rattle antlers during the rut, and wait for a trophy buck to come along. — Colin Moore, Outdoor Life, 15 Oct. 2026 Fluegel worked with dairymen in Idaho to create the trophy concept. — Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 15 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for trophy

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Noun

Shoes also embraced a more playful and expressive spirit, with jewels, bows, flowers, bold prints and vibrant colors.

— Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
All are adorned with jewels and tails made of real horsehair, many of which have been eaten by squirrels or other critters.

— Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of jewel

Noun

According to character descriptions provided by the streamer, Mantzoukas plays Lambros, a local store owner and occasional looter of the treasures unearthed at the dig site.

— Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 14 Oct. 2026
The Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival is a treasure, and a public good Arkansans have reason to support.

— Philip Martin, Arkansas Online, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of treasure

Noun

As private longing collides with honor and social codes, each character has to reckon with what their choices cost.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 13 Oct. 2026
The honor recognizes artists who remain relevant through their artistic and personal contributions, and whose influence has made a significant impact on Latin music around the world.

— Sigal Ratner-Arias, Billboard, 13 Oct. 2026

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