semiprecious

adjective

semi·​pre·​cious ˌse-mē-ˈpre-shəs 

ˌse-ˌmī-, 

-mi-

of a gemstone

: of less commercial value than a precious stone

Examples of semiprecious in a Sentence

semiprecious stones such as aquamarines and garnets

Recent Examples on the Web

The Rahvi lights, meanwhile, are adorned with jewelry-like amulets of semiprecious stones. — Sean Santiago, Architectural Digest, 15 Sep. 2026

Beaded beauties Shells and semiprecious stones find life as statement necklaces and bangles at Hues of Hills, available at lifestyle boutique Vayu - Design for Living in New Delhi. — Sohini Dey, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Sep. 2026

Each piece is unique, made with tools such as vintage letterpress stamps, Japanese glass seed beads, and the maker’s personal collection of precious and semiprecious stones. — Rs Editors, Rolling Stone, 2 July 2026

Style with green satin pouch by Prada, Khaite python-strap sandals, and a semiprecious lapis lazuli bracelet for a playful mix of textures. — Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 2 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1858, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for semiprecious

• precious

Kids Definition

semiprecious

adjective

semi·​pre·​cious ˌsem-i-ˈpresh-əs 

ˌsem-ˌī-

: of less value than a precious stone