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

Sparkling silver gemstones encrusted the entirety of the bodysuit, and the look was paired with a shimmering top hat to boot. —Julia Teti, Footwear News, 31 Dec. 2025

Earrings with lots of gemstones or intricate designs may weigh your lobes down. —Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 29 Dec. 2025

Meanwhile Beijing’s envoys have brokered the return of territory captured by rebel groups to junta control, including the gemstone and ruby mining hub of Mogok. —Ross Adkin, CNN Money, 27 Dec. 2025

Pomellato, on the other hand, is a Milanese fine jewelry brand known for its colorful gemstones and artisanal techniques. —Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 12 Dec. 2025

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