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gem

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of gem

1 a usually valuable stone cut and polished for ornament

a ring set with diamonds and other precious gems

Synonyms of gem

brilliant, gemstone, jewel, rock [slang]

Words Related to gem

bauble, bijou, trinket

baguette, cabochon, cameo, scarab, solitaire, teardrop

paste, rhinestone, zircon

crown jewels, jewelry

Near Antonyms of gem

2 someone or something unusually desirable

that new car is a real gem

she's dating a real gem these days

Synonyms of gem

catch, jewel, pearl, plum, prize, treasure

Words Related to gem

blessing, find, godsend, goody (or goodie), valuable, windfall

booty, loot, plunder, spoil, swag

gold, jackpot, prize money, treasure trove

Near Antonyms of gem

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