1
as in gem
a usually valuable stone cut and polished for ornament
a necklace set with priceless jewels
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2
as in treasure
an asset that brings praise or renown
an illuminated medieval manuscript that is the jewel of the library's collection of rare books
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3
as in prize
someone or something unusually desirable
a star athlete who would be a jewel for any team
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as in to gem
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Recent Examples of jewel
Kate Matthams, Forbes.com, 28 Apr. 2025
Raphinha has had a career-best season in Spain with 12 Champions League goals to sit alongside his 15 La Liga strikes — but Yamal is undoubtedly the jewel in Barcelona’s crown.
—Mark Carey, New York Times, 28 Apr. 2025
Olivia Jakiel, PEOPLE.com, 28 Feb. 2022
Intriguingly, each Feather Moon pendant is bathed in moonlight so that they jewel is infused with lunar energies.
—Kyle Roderick, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2021
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Noun
This season, its shining the spotlight on the art of jewelry drawing with a comprehensive curation of drawings and jewels from the museum’s 5,500-strong collection.
—Kate Matthams, Forbes.com, 28 Apr. 2025
Raphinha has had a career-best season in Spain with 12 Champions League goals to sit alongside his 15 La Liga strikes — but Yamal is undoubtedly the jewel in Barcelona’s crown.
—Mark Carey, New York Times, 28 Apr. 2025
Verb
The mom of three accessorized with a pink clutch and strappy heels adorned with what appears to be jewel detailing, adding chunky hoop-like earrings to complete her ensemble.
—Olivia Jakiel, PEOPLE.com, 28 Feb. 2022
Intriguingly, each Feather Moon pendant is bathed in moonlight so that they jewel is infused with lunar energies.
—Kyle Roderick, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2021
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for jewel
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The island’s culinary gem is the freshwater clams, harvested from the lagoons of Fajã da Caldeira de Santo Cristo in northern São Jorge.—
Emese Maczko,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
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If the Vintage Popup is a success, ThredUp users may see more vintage gems on the platform.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
8 May 2025
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The Vatican Museums encompass a centuries-old collection of art and artifacts, including treasures of Renaissance and Baroque painting and sculpture, as well as modern masterworks by Paul Gauguin, Salvador Dalí, and Pablo Picasso, among others.—
Tessa Solomon for ARTnews,
Robb Report,
30 Apr. 2025
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Beneath the surface, the land holds rare treasures: titanite crystals shimmering along the Mirage Trail—offering not just geological intrigue but creative direction.—
Ashlee Marie Preston,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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In addition to recognizing exceptional talent, proceeds from the Driskell Gala support the museum’s David C. Driskell African American Art Acquisition and Endowment Funds, which have enabled the High to acquire 52 works by Black artists since the prize’s inception.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
9 May 2025
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Hidden amongst the Faithful are the Traitors, whose goal is to eliminate the Faithful and claim the prize for themselves.—
Matt Minton,
Variety,
9 May 2025
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Elevated, of course in true Beyoncé fashion, with a host of Lorraine Schwartz diamonds and sparkling Christian Louboutin boots.—
Esther Newman,
refinery29.com,
12 Mar. 2025
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Inset diamonds decorate the dial and case, forming a starry pattern worthy of the Milky Way.—
Hannah Malach,
WWD,
6 Jan. 2025
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Kenney suggests installing decorative rock beds or mulch around plants to provide a visually appealing and low-maintenance garden upgrade.—
Kristine Gill,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 May 2025
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But given his recent run of ill health and surgeries, the 76-year-old rock icon said his madcap performance days are definitely over.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
2 May 2025
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The Madrid title is her second WTA 1,000 trophy — the level just below a Grand Slam — this year.—
Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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Travis ended up finishing fifth in Heisman trophy voting behind wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. and quarterbacks Bo Nix, Michael Penix Jr., and Jayden Daniels, the latter of which took home the award.—
Noah Camras,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 May 2025
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Condensation began to pearl at the edges of his rental face mask, an older model that pressed uncomfortably against his temples.—
Elliot Ackerman,
WIRED,
9 Feb. 2024
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Since bead materials can run the gamut—from glass to pearl to wood and beyond—Korn notes that some bead styles are inherently more casual than others.—
Aemilia Madden,
Harper's BAZAAR,
24 July 2023
Cite this Entry
“Jewel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jewel. Accessed 13 May. 2025.
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