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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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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 Hjelmgaard, USA Today, 15 May 2025
Working with producer Carter Lang of SZA and Doja Cat fame, de la Fuente is no longer trying to capture the gilded vignettes of home, but rather relaxing into the bliss of fleeting moments, creating universal depictions of lust and yearning sung in breathy registers.
—Vita Dadoo, Rolling Stone, 15 May 2025
Photo: Nick Mele The flattering press provoked envy within the gilded cage that is cliquey, gay South Florida.
—Ben Widdicombe, Vulture, 12 May 2025
Nobility, artists, and politicians waltzed through its gilded salons, and her rigorous attention to detail made the hotel synonymous with Viennese excellence.
—Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 24 Apr. 2025
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Trump was treated to tours of gilded palaces, canon salutes and a state dinner in Saudi Arabia.
—Kim Hjelmgaard, USA Today, 15 May 2025
Working with producer Carter Lang of SZA and Doja Cat fame, de la Fuente is no longer trying to capture the gilded vignettes of home, but rather relaxing into the bliss of fleeting moments, creating universal depictions of lust and yearning sung in breathy registers.
—Vita Dadoo, Rolling Stone, 15 May 2025
Photo: Nick Mele The flattering press provoked envy within the gilded cage that is cliquey, gay South Florida.
—Ben Widdicombe, Vulture, 12 May 2025
Nobility, artists, and politicians waltzed through its gilded salons, and her rigorous attention to detail made the hotel synonymous with Viennese excellence.
—Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 24 Apr. 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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In a report Tuesday, the group of 38 mostly wealthy nations sharply downgraded its 2025 economic growth forecast for America to 1.6% from the 2.2% projected in March and said growth would be even weaker next year.—
Anna Cooban,
CNN Money,
3 June 2025
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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
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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Even as an arm of Disney, Lucasfilm remains, in many ways, a family business, and as a George Lucas protégé Filoni long has been considered a golden boy.—
Peter Kiefer,
HollywoodReporter,
4 June 2025
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Sprinkle the remaining panko on top and season lightly with a little more salt. 5: Bake the meatloaf until the panko on top is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 155 degrees, 65 to 75 minutes.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 June 2025
Adjective
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Viewers of that first episode were treated to scenes of the family’s affluent lifestyle in a gated community outside of Atlanta.—
Lisa Respers France,
CNN Money,
29 May 2025
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Zermatt is one of Switzerland's most exclusive Alpine resorts, visited by affluent European skiers.—
Clare Fisher,
People.com,
26 May 2025
Adjective
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The essence of The Isley Brothers’ fashion remains the same, theatrical, elegant, and rich with personality.—
Karissa Mitchell,
Essence,
5 June 2025
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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
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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