gemstone

noun

gem·​stone ˈjem-ˌstōn 

: a mineral or petrified material that when cut and polished can be used in jewelry

Synonyms of gemstone

• jewel
• gem
• rock
• jewelry

Examples of gemstone in a Sentence

traditionally, the gemstone for someone born in May is an emerald

Recent Examples on the Web

Their unbroken circle of gemstones is thought to represent enduring commitment, everlasting love, and an unbreakable bond between two people. —Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 7 Mar. 2026

Rarely used in jewelry, the dark navy of sodalite adds an unexpected layer of depth to Color Blossom’s existing luminous gemstone lineup. —Claire Salinda, Los Angeles Times, 3 Mar. 2026

By juxtaposing humble materials like wood and tagua-nut shell with diamonds and gemstones, the line also questions conventional notions of what’s truly precious. —Jill Newman, Robb Report, 1 Mar. 2026

Colorful gemstones also dovetail nicely with some of spring’s biggest fashion and jewelry trends. —Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 25 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for gemstone

• alone
• atone
• backbone
• bemoan
• bluestone
• breastbone
• brownstone
• capstone
• cheekbone
• condone
• curbstone
• cyclone

Kids Definition

gemstone

noun

gem·​stone ˈjem-ˌstōn 

: a mineral that when cut and polished can be used in jewelry