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jewel

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of jewel

1 a usually valuable stone cut and polished for ornament

  • a necklace set with priceless jewels
Synonyms of jewel

brilliant, gem, gemstone, rock [slang]
Words Related to jewel

bauble, bijou, trinket

birthstone

baguette, cabochon, cameo, scarab, solitaire, teardrop

paste, rhinestone, zircon

crown jewels, jewelry
Near Antonyms of jewel

rough

2 an asset that brings praise or renown

  • an illuminated medieval manuscript that is the jewel of the libraryʼs collection of rare books
Synonyms of jewel

boast, credit, crown jewel, glory, honor, pride, treasure, trophy
Words Related to jewel

pièce de résistance, showpiece

attraction, feature, highlight

distinction, excellence, merit, value, virtue
Phrases Synonymous with jewel

a feather in one's cap
Near Antonyms of jewel

disgrace, dishonor

blemish, blot, defect, shame, slur, smirch, smudge, stain, stigma

eyesore, fright, horror, mess

3 someone or something unusually desirable

  • a star athlete who would be a jewel for any team
Synonyms of jewel

catch, gem, pearl, plum, prize, treasure
Words Related to jewel

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

booty, loot, plunder, spoil, swag

brass ring

glory, pride

gold, jackpot, prize money, treasure trove
Near Antonyms of jewel

lemon, loser

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