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

Often defined by geometric patterns and motifs, bold jewel tones, and rich material palettes, the interior design style is opulent and decadent. —Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 10 Mar. 2026

For homeowners who want their front door to stand out, jewel tones are now a bold alternative. —Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 10 Mar. 2026

Just look at how the above salmon pink tights completely transform an outfit rich with jewel tones—the impact just wouldn’t be the same with a pair of black stockings. —Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 26 Feb. 2026

Costume designer Rich Hamson created a dazzling, Technicolor array of outfits, with the many jewel tones highlighted by Sue Ellen Berger’s innovative light design. —Ross Raihala, Twin Cities, 21 Feb. 2026

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