jewel

1 a usually valuable stone cut and polished for ornament a necklace set with priceless jewels Synonyms of jewel brilliant, gemstone, gem, rock [slang]Words Related to jewel bauble, bijou, trinket; birthstone; baguette, cabochon, cameo, scarab, solitaire, teardrop; paste, rhinestone, zircon; crown jewels, jewelryNear Antonyms of jewel rough

2 an asset that brings praise or renown an illuminated medieval manuscript that is the jewel of the library's collection of rare books Synonyms of jewel boast, credit, crown jewel, honor, glory, pride, treasure, trophyWords Related to jewel pièce de résistance, showpiece; attraction, feature, highlight; distinction, excellence, merit, value, virtueNear 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, prize, pearl, plum, treasureWords 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 troveNear Antonyms of jewel lemon, loser