vermeil

noun

ver·​meil

1

ˈvər-məl 

-ˌmāl

: vermilion

2

ver-ˈmā 

vər-

: gilded silver

vermeil adjective

Examples of vermeil in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

After years of gold vermeil, gold plating and mixed-metal experimentation, solid gold is having another moment, and this time, small independent brands are helping drive the resurgence. — Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026

As for accessories, Gomez wore Stevie Hoops Links earrings in 18-karat gold vermeil and cream enamel from Mejuri. — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 28 July 2026

Take the pearl drop earrings below; a similar style from Mejuri (both are 18K gold vermeil) priced at $168, while Quince’s take comes in at $88. — Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 18 May 2026

While this necklace is gold vermeil (coated), it’s designed to last a long time—just make sure not to shower with it on. — Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 29 Apr. 2026

Word History

Etymology

borrowed from Middle French, from vermeil "bright red" — more at vermilion

First Known Use

1530, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for vermeil

• argyle
• awhile
• beguile
• compile
• condyle
• defile
• erstwhile
• exile
• freestyle
• gentile
• hairstyle
• lifestyle