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as in gold
covered in a thin layer of gold
An antique mirror in a gilded frame hung over the marble fireplace.
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as in wealthy
coming from or characterized by wealth and luxury
The exclusive nightclub was a popular hangout among the city's gilded youth. The grand hotel has been lovingly restored to its former gilded splendor.
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Recent Examples of gilded
Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2025
Come at sunset for gilded views of the city’s skyline.
—Kate Dingwall, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Fire destroyed the original residence centuries ago, but in rooms off the temple’s quiet courtyard is a small exhibition of scrolls and gilded clamshells decorated with scenes from the novel.
—Lauren Groff, The Atlantic, 20 Aug. 2025
While gilt yields were broadly lower on Wednesday, repricing of the rate outlook in recent weeks took the 30-year gilt yield to its highest level since 1998, while the 10-year yield reached a three-month high.
—Jenni Reid, CNBC, 20 Aug. 2025
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Verb
To make gilded pumpkins, cover them in gold spray paint or use adhesive and gold leaf, then place them throughout your fall porch display.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2025
Come at sunset for gilded views of the city’s skyline.
—Kate Dingwall, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Fire destroyed the original residence centuries ago, but in rooms off the temple’s quiet courtyard is a small exhibition of scrolls and gilded clamshells decorated with scenes from the novel.
—Lauren Groff, The Atlantic, 20 Aug. 2025
While gilt yields were broadly lower on Wednesday, repricing of the rate outlook in recent weeks took the 30-year gilt yield to its highest level since 1998, while the 10-year yield reached a three-month high.
—Jenni Reid, CNBC, 20 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gilded
Adjective
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Brooks pointed out that the dollar had been stable in recent weeks even as gold prices soared, notching record high after record high.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
11 Oct. 2025
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Hearth & Hand with Magnolia Brass Advent Calendar Let the Christmas countdown begin with this gold tabletop calendar.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
10 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Lo doesn’t need this gig and takes it on a lark; the film instead builds her anxiety by surrounding her with the Bullmers’ rude, wealthy friends, who replace the novel’s media-world characters.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
10 Oct. 2025
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Much of the market’s strength has benefited wealthier Americans, whose incomes are more closely tied to stock performance.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Oct. 2025
Verb
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This includes the minutes of last month's meeting, released Wednesday afternoon, which painted a picture of a divided Fed.—
Sean Conlon,Chloe Taylor,
CNBC,
8 Oct. 2025
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The doors, painted in Sherwin-Williams’ Tansy Green (SW 6424), match the front entry.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
8 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Place chicken in hot oil, and cook, undisturbed, until a golden brown crust forms, 4 to 5 minutes.—
Jasmine Smith,
Southern Living,
11 Oct. 2025
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Jessie Murph is ready to kick off the European leg of her Hysteria tour in Amsterdam in a golden ensemble.—
Lex Goldstein,
PEOPLE,
11 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Wealth, in the view of an increasing cohort of affluent individuals, is more than money.—
Christina Binkley,
Robb Report,
11 Oct. 2025
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Robert Carroll, a New York state assemblyman who represents Brooklyn, said given the research showing more affluent consumers are more likely to buy online, $3 is not going to break the bank, and such a fee could be a boon to the state’s infrastructure budget.—
Kevin Williams,
CNBC,
10 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The moss brings a splash of color that maintains a sophisticated and minimalist quality, while keeping a space from becoming whitewashed.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
6 Oct. 2025
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The mural was whitewashed over in August 2019, covering the artwork.—
Rebecca Schneid,
Time,
10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Being part of this team, there’s so much rich history.—
Scott Powers,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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The cool colors seemed colder, the warm ones red-hot, and the subtle gradations across the spectrum were seemingly infinite and filled with rich detail.—
Jim Hemphill,
IndieWire,
7 Oct. 2025
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These exclusive pieces, embroidered by Saudi artisans, will be showcased alongside Vivienne Westwood’s spring 2026 collection and select archival looks.—
Ritu Upadhyay,
Footwear News,
8 Oct. 2025
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It is deeply sewn into the fabric of the region’s culture, often quite literally, as many women inherit saris that are intricately embroidered with gold thread.—
Ramishah Maruf,
CNN Money,
8 Oct. 2025
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“Gilded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gilded. Accessed 15 Oct. 2025.
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