Synonyms of jewels

jewels 1 of 2

noun

plural of jewel

1

as in gems

a usually valuable stone cut and polished for ornament

a necklace set with priceless jewels

Synonyms & Similar Words

• gems
• rocks
• gemstones
• brilliants
• jewelries
• baubles
• trinkets
• rhinestones
• cabochons
• scarabs
• cameos
• birthstones
• baguettes
• zircons
• solitaires
• crown jewels
• bijous
• pastes
• teardrops

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• roughs

2

as in treasures

an asset that brings praise or renown

an illuminated medieval manuscript that is the jewel of the library's collection of rare books

Synonyms & Similar Words

• treasures
• trophies
• crown jewels
• attractions
• honors
• highlights
• glories
• features
• boasts
• prides
• credits
• excellences
• feathers in one's cap
• values
• virtues
• showpieces
• merits
• pièces de résistance
• distinctions

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• defects
• stains
• disgraces
• blemishes
• stigmas
• blots
• smudges
• slurs
• shames
• dishonors
• horrors
• eyesores
• smirches
• frights
• messes

3

as in prizes

someone or something unusually desirable

a star athlete who would be a jewel for any team

Synonyms & Similar Words

• gems
• treasures
• prizes
• pearls
• plums
• valuables
• blessings
• catches
• spoils
• finds
• goodies
• windfalls
• booties
• brass rings
• swags
• golds
• loots
• glories
• plunders
• godsends
• treasure troves
• prides
• prize moneys
• jackpots

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• losers
• lemons

jewels

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of jewel

as in diamonds

Related Words

• gems
• diamonds
• pearls
• traps
• accessorizes
• tricks (out)
• impearls
• ribbons
• bosses
• feathers
• brightens
• dresses up
• smartens
• garlands
• furbelows
• freshens
• frills
• braids
• fringes
• spruces (up)
• embroiders
• fillets
• filigrees
• chases
• appliqués
• wreathes
• laces
• swags
• flounces
• figures
• gilds
• ornaments
• paints
• hangs
• decks
• adorns
• graces
• drapes
• festoons
• garnishes
• redecorates
• decorates
• dresses
• embellishes
• beautifies
• bedecks
• embosses
• bedizens
• arrays
• enriches
• redoes
• trims
• dolls up
• caparisons
• pretties (up)
• blazons
• gussies up
• emblazes
• fancifies
• glitzes (up)
• does up
• fancies up
• does

Dissimilar Words

• displays
• reveals
• strips
• simplifies
• streamlines
• denudes
• exposes
• uncovers
• bares
• divests
• scars
• dismantles
• spoils
• disfigures
• mars
• uglifies
• defaces
• blemishes

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of jewels

Noun

The 1900 building, in the campus’ northwestern corner, is one of its jewels — a vaulted room hung with candelabras lit for the campus opening in gold and blue, the school colors. — Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 26 Aug. 2026

However, the jewels Mary acquired throughout her lifetime serve as a sparkling reminder of her legacy, from the Cullinan diamonds to the Queen Mary’s bandeau tiara which Meghan Markle wore on her wedding day in 2018. — Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 25 Aug. 2026

Inside is Norqain’s in-house N08S automatic skeleton movement, which has 26 jewels and a 41-hour power reserve. — Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026

Pearls are considered the most subdued of jewels, second only to the jet jewelry to which Victorian women were limited during their long periods of formal mourning. — Judith Martin, Mercury News, 18 Aug. 2026

Mixed Berries Berries are like the jewels of the fruit world with all their vitamins and minerals. — Vanessa Caceres, Verywell Health, 17 Aug. 2026

These jewels of the sea await treasure seekers in Lincoln City, a seaside town of artisans on the Oregon Coast. — Zoe Baillargeon, Travel + Leisure, 16 Aug. 2026

There’s usually a pair of chic oversized sunnies involved too to really channel Sophia Loren, and a statement accessory or shoe, like a suite of Cartier jewels or a structured and sleek clutch. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 14 Aug. 2026

Not one to opt for simplicity, Rihanna stepped out in a head-turning body harness decked out in jewels and tassels with room to show off her skin. — Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 4 Aug. 2026