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

Meanwhile the star accessorized with matching pointy pumps and loaded up on glittering jewels courtesy of Cartier.

— Christian Allaire, Vogue, 18 Oct. 2026
Diamond jewels by Cartier, including the house’s Agrafe earrings, completed Chan’s look.

— Laurie Brookins, HollywoodReporter, 18 Oct. 2026

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Supporting this remarkable local treasure offers a rare chance to experience authentic culinary artistry from a true master.

— Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 21 Oct. 2026
There’s joy, there’s music, there’s magically regenerating food, trees that flower and fruit at the same time, piles of treasure, crystals that rain from the sky, everlasting happiness and health.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of treasure

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The couple next returned to Princeton, and other honors soon followed for the poet.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 20 Oct. 2026
And the two players in the Heat’s starting unit who haven’t yet earned that honor — Mitchell and Wiggins — are both considered quality perimeter defenders.

— Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 19 Oct. 2026

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