Definition of diademnext
as in crown
a decorative band or wreath worn about the head as a symbol of victory or honor Miss America's diadem was auctioned off for charity

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Recent Examples of diadem Featuring diamonds and rubies in a lotus flower and Mughal arch motif, the tiara—which was worn once by the late Queen Elizabeth II during a trip to Malta in 2005—is the largest diadem seen on Kate to date. Emily Chan, Vogue, 20 Dec. 2025 Empress Eugénie’s diamond diadem and her large corsage-bow brooch — an imperial ensemble of rare craftsmanship — were also part of the loot. Stephen Sorace, FOXNews.com, 26 Oct. 2025 The diadem – a jeweled headpiece worn by royalty – features 24 Ceylon sapphires and 1,083 diamonds that can be detached and worn as brooches, according to the Louvre. Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 20 Oct. 2025 The diadem — a jeweled headpiece worn by royalty — features 24 Ceylon sapphires and 1,083 diamonds that can be detached and worn as brooches, according to the Louvre. Lex Harvey, CNN Money, 20 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for diadem
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Noun
  • Despite the fight, the Stockton Kings ended up falling to the Swarm, 119-104, giving the Swarm the G League crown.
    Carmela Karcher, CBS News, 11 Apr. 2026
  • The unofficial queen of the flower crown, Vanessa Hudgens was spotted making her way through the crowd during Coachella 2012.
    Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Many of the pieces, such as Queen Victoria’s sapphire-and-diamond coronet, carry intensely personal as well as political meaning.
    Y-Jean Mun-Delsalle, Forbes.com, 14 Feb. 2026
  • This past July, she was seen wearing the coronet again during a State Banquet where France chose to attend for the first time in 17 years.
    Elle Meier, InStyle, 29 Dec. 2025
Noun
  • Hang up greenery garland or your favorite faux flower wreath for simple decor like Sara did here.
    Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 7 Apr. 2026
  • She was also given a rose garland as a sign of honor and respect, standing out in gorgeous contrast to her neutral outfit.
    InStyle Editors, InStyle, 6 Apr. 2026

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“Diadem.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diadem. Accessed 15 Apr. 2026.

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