jewel tone

noun

: any of various colors (such as amethyst, emerald, and ruby) that resemble those of gemstones

Examples of jewel tone in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Rich burgundy, maroons, dark purples, black, and jewel tones are all fair game, plus a little skin and a lot of texture that catches eyes quietly. —Meghan Rose, Glamour, 22 Nov. 2025

Alternatively, the Welcome to Oz Eyeshadow & Eyeliner Set ($109) is more Elphaba-coded or for anyone who prefers metallics and jewel tones. —Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 20 Nov. 2025

Tove’s cowl neck chocolate brown dress is covered in sequins from head to toe, Stella McCartney and Kallmeyer make jewel tones interesting with sweeping silhouettes and lace detailing, and Bernadette’s one-shoulder stunner is perfectly apropos for a formal wedding. —Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 18 Nov. 2025

Each rug was made in Nepal and crafted with handwoven wool and silk and available in a color palette of classic architectural neutrals, rich and earthy jewel tones. —Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 13 Nov. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1895, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for jewel tone

• acetone
• anglophone
• baritone
• bourguignon
• buspirone
• chaperon
• chaperone
• cobblestone
• collarbone
• cornerstone
• cortisone
• dictaphone