Synonyms of bauble

bauble

noun

ˈbȯ-bəl 

as in ornamental

a small object displayed for its attractiveness or interest

picked up some cheap baubles at the fair

Synonyms & Similar Words

• ornamental
• ornament
• trinket
• souvenir
• novelty
• knickknack
• gewgaw
• tchotchke
• bibelot
• gimcrack
• gaud
• collectible
• curio
• doodad
• kickshaw
• trumpery
• trifle
• curiosity
• gimcrackery
• bijouterie
• bagatelle
• figurine
• memento
• keepsake
• trinketry
• virtu
• bric-a-brac
• conversation piece
• objet d'art
• collector's item

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of bauble

This is her 12-carat Ceylon sapphire, surrounded by 14 round diamonds on a platinum band—a bauble formerly owned by her late mother-in-law, Princess Diana. — Erin Vanderhoof, Vanity Fair, 15 May 2026

Patricia Field, in her wisdom, suggests the distinction scarcely matters, but Andy’s baubles were Chanel, Chanel. — Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 28 Apr. 2026

Eight years later John Jacob Astor took the pricey bauble on a trip — aboard the Titanic. — Richard Johnson, New York Daily News, 19 Apr. 2026

The Washington Monument, surrounded by a circle of small US flags, also made its presence felt (as did the bright red Lunar New Year decorations hanging like Christmas baubles from the white buildings). — New Atlas, 7 Apr. 2026