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or gilt
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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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2
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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or gilt
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as in varnished
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as in painted
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Recent Examples of gilded
Kim Velsey, Curbed, 27 May 2025
But in November 2023, the gilded walls of Combs' music kingdom came crashing down.
—Jay Stahl, USA Today, 23 May 2025
Read Next World 1,200-year-old gilded cross found by metal detectorist in UK field.
—Lauren Liebhaber, Miami Herald, 19 May 2025
At a formal signing ceremony in a gilded ballroom at the Saudi capital’s Royal Court on Tuesday, Trump and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman signed memoranda of understanding, letters of intent and other executive agreements spanning different government agencies.
—Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 16 May 2025
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Adjective
In November, however, the 15 Central Park West apartment, done in the same over-the-top gilded fashion, went into contract, according to the Post.
—Kim Velsey, Curbed, 27 May 2025
But in November 2023, the gilded walls of Combs' music kingdom came crashing down.
—Jay Stahl, USA Today, 23 May 2025
Read Next World 1,200-year-old gilded cross found by metal detectorist in UK field.
—Lauren Liebhaber, Miami Herald, 19 May 2025
At a formal signing ceremony in a gilded ballroom at the Saudi capital’s Royal Court on Tuesday, Trump and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman signed memoranda of understanding, letters of intent and other executive agreements spanning different government agencies.
—Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 16 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gilded
Adjective
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Wearing a white and gold MAGA hat, Savannah shared her side of her call with President Trump.—
Alexandra Del Rosario,
Los Angeles Times,
27 May 2025
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About half of the fund’s portfolio sits in mining stocks—both gold and non-gold plays like iron miner Rio Tinto (RIO).—
Brett Owens,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
Adjective
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States that insist on high taxes will repel residents, especially wealthier ones who tend to be the most mobile.—
Adam A. Millsap,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
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The central couple, Lovie Simone’s ambitious, working-class Keisha and Justin, a wealthy but lost prep schooler played by Michael Cooper Jr., feel more vivid and specific than the original characters.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
3 June 2025
Verb
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Many young men, rightly or wrongly, feel like they too are being painted with a broad brush.—
Donie O'Sullivan,
CNN Money,
13 Apr. 2025
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The brick back wall is painted blue.—
Jeffrey Seller,
Vulture,
11 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The 68-year-old entrepreneur, who built his education empire over more than four decades from just one school with 350 students, sees this as a golden chance to revive his ambitions to scale up the GEMS network of 92 schools in eight countries.—
Anu Raghunathan,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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Mounting a Swiss automatic movement visible through the sapphire crystal caseback showcasing also the soccer team’s insignia, the timepiece, accented with golden details, is set on an alligator strap.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
4 June 2025
Adjective
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This affluent neighborhood is known for its lush green spaces, magnificent architecture and proximity to some of London's most popular attractions.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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The production features a cast of five actors, four representing two generations of an affluent White family in a wealthy part of Philadelphia and a Black woman who lives in a poor, mostly Black part of town.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 June 2025
Adjective
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Italy’s Taormina Film Festival is set for a standout 71st edition with a rich mix of genres – including some potential discoveries – on display, plus a generous dose of star power within a new format that attempts to revive the storied Sicilian event and put it back on the international map.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
5 June 2025
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He's torched his credibility with Tesla's most important customers (rich libs), but now risks becoming persona non grata among the MAGA faithful by going against the boss.—
Carlo Versano,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 June 2025
Verb
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The legs are left open, and the pairs are then embroidered, decorated and finished at Asta Resort’s embroidery studio also nearby.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
7 Mar. 2025
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Take a short corseted number featuring black silk organza hand-embroidered with pearls, stones, sequins and rhinestones in tones of green.—
Lily Templeton,
WWD,
6 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The athlete wore the Nike Women’s Osaka GP Challenge 1 PRM Tennis Shoes featuring tones of sundial and baroque brown.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
27 May 2025
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In addition, 29 rare baroque pearls from the Australian South Sea made the necklace a genuine masterpiece.—
Rachel Flynn,
People.com,
26 May 2025
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“Gilded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gilded. Accessed 13 Jun. 2025.
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