amethyst

noun

am·e·thyst | \ ˈa-mə-thəst

How to pronounce amethyst (audio)

, -(ˌ)thist \

Definition of amethyst

1a : a clear purple or bluish-violet variety of crystallized quartz that is often used as a jeweler's stone

b : a deep purple variety of corundum

2 : a moderate purple

Other Words from amethyst Did You Know? Example Sentences Learn More about amethyst

Keep scrolling for more

Examples of amethyst in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Dear Miss Manners: For my 16th birthday, my grandmother had a very large amethyst made into a custom ring for me. — Washington Post, "Miss Manners: Celebrity comparison rankles," 9 Apr. 2021 Unfortunately, the amethyst examples are somewhat more common and less valuable — but that value is still significant according to our working definition. — Helaine Fendelman And Joe Rosson, Star Tribune, "Grandma's attic yields carnival glass treasure," 23 Mar. 2021 Handmade with real amethyst and fluorite crystals, this planter is bound to be a conversation piece when displayed in your home. — Sarah Vincelette, USA TODAY, "11 hidden gems you can find on Etsy under $50," 4 Mar. 2021 For the historic occasion, the Vice President chose an amethyst-hued look from 2020 CFDA American Emerging Designer of the Year, Christopher John Rogers. — Irina Grechko, refinery29.com, "Kamala Harris Wore Purple & Pearls Today — Here’s Why That Matters," 20 Jan. 2021 The main salon is furnished with a vintage sofa shaped like lips, a pair of Milo Baughman swivel chairs in a Fabricut velvet, and amethyst side tables by Matthew Studios. — Ingrid Abramovitch, ELLE Decor, "Sasha Bikoff Designs a Jewel Box Salon for Alison Lou," 17 Dec. 2020 Case in point: Asprey's use of amethyst in their Chaos collection. — The Editors, Town & Country, "The Town and Country Reader's Choice Jewelry and Watch Awards 2020," 19 Oct. 2020 Dynasty Electrik’s tranquil crystal sound bath on Friday evenings is a sonic, restorative journey past amethyst, citrine geodes and crystal quartz clusters led by gem gallery owners Seth Misterka and Jenny Deveau. — oregonlive, "Mother’s Day gift ideas for a calm mom: Yoga, CBD oils, soothing sounds," 26 Apr. 2020 Welch and Uzyel also gifted her a purple amethyst crystal, known to promote healing, to keep in her bedroom. — Kelly Corbett, House Beautiful, ""Murder House Flip" Remodels This Home Where a Child Star and Her Mother Were Murdered in the '80s," 22 Apr. 2020

These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'amethyst.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Keep scrolling for more

Learn More about amethyst

Dictionary Entries near amethyst

(a) method in/to one's madness

Statistics for amethyst

Last Updated

14 Apr 2021

Cite this Entry

“Amethyst.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/amethyst. Accessed 11 May. 2021.

Style: MLA

MLA

Chicago

APA

Merriam-Webster Check Mark Icon

Keep scrolling for more

More Definitions for amethyst

amethyst

noun

English Language Learners Definition of amethyst

: a clear purple or bluish-purple stone that is used as a gem

: a medium purple color

See the full definition for amethyst in the English Language Learners Dictionary

amethyst

noun

am·e·thyst | \ ˈa-mə-thəst

\

Kids Definition of amethyst

: a clear purple or bluish violet quartz used as a gem

WORD OF THE DAY

importunate

Listen to the pronunciation of importunate

See Definitions and Examples »

Get Word of the Day daily email!

Test Your Vocabulary

Star Wars Words Quiz

The bounty portion of bounty hunters (such as Boba Fett) comes from a Latin word meaning

How Strong Is Your Vocabulary?

Test your vocabulary with our 10-question quiz!

TAKE THE QUIZ

Spell words. Make bears.

TAKE THE QUIZ