Thesaurus results for GOLD-PLATED

gold-plated

adjective

Definition of gold-plated

as in gilded

covered in a thin layer of gold Gold-plated jewelry is less expensive than solid gold.

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Recent Examples of gold-plated Every surface will be gold-plated. — Dahlia Gallin Ramirez, New Yorker, 9 June 2026 However, the range has expanded over the years to incorporate mixed-metal designs, such as yellow gold chain necklaces with resin charms and minimalist statement earrings made from silver or gold-plated brass. — Kristina Rutkowski, Glamour, 5 Feb. 2026 This Kendra Scott pendant necklace is 14-karat-gold-plated and is a bestseller on Amazon. — Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Dec. 2025 Ultimately, there are good reasons to own both gold and gold-plated jewelry. — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 28 Nov. 2025 The shower heads, trash can, light scones, vases, shower-door frames, hooks and towel racks are all gold-plated, as are the vent covers. — Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy, USA Today, 31 Oct. 2025 Will all the airborne lavatories be gold-plated — or just the presidential ones? — The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 15 May 2025 The minute and hour hands and the hands in the subdials are gold-plated. — Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 1 Apr. 2025

Recent Examples of Synonyms for gold-plated

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Ben Affleck would very much like a side of golden arches to go along with his pair of gilded Oscars, thank you very much!

— Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 23 July 2026
Archer’s name was printed in black type on the lower crossbar of the gilt wood frame.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 22 July 2026

Definition of gilded

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Separated from her husband, Leslie became much more animated, the X-ray tech told police, rattling off the details of her abduction and fidgeting with a gold bracelet.

— Brenna Ehrlich, Rolling Stone, 31 July 2026
Positive reviews frequently mention Goldco’s knowledgeable staff, responsive customer service and educational resources that make setting up a gold IRA account for the first time simple.

— Faith Wakefield, USA Today, 31 July 2026

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