PEARL Synonyms: 122 Similar and Opposite Words

pearl 1 of 2

noun

ˈpər(-ə)l

Definition of pearl

as in gem

someone or something unusually desirable friends who agree that his new bride is a real pearl

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lemon
loser

pearl

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verb

as in to diamond

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as in to bead

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Recent Examples of pearl

Noun

Akoya Kansas City, Missouri Located in the same building as the posh and historic Hotel Phillips, omakase at Akoya is as luminous as the Japanese pearls for which it’s named. — Erika Ebsworth-Goold, Midwest Living, 3 Aug. 2026 The look was embellished with iridescent pearls and glass bead embroidery, and featured a plunging back and thigh-high slit. — Francesca Gariano, PEOPLE, 1 Aug. 2026

Verb

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 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 See All Example Sentences for pearl

Recent Examples of Synonyms for pearl

Noun

And that’s without factoring in what had, until my most recent visit to this bit of the Lincolnshire coast in 2024, been a hidden gem.

— Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026
Both teams turned in defensive gems in the second inning, though only one resulted in an out.

— CBS News, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of gem

Verb

The timeless design features diamond floral clusters topped with large drop pearls, creating a look that feels both regal and wearable for any occasion.

— Freya Drohan, InStyle, 26 June 2026
The Desert diamonds product assortment is a contemporary expression of individuality, authenticity and personal style.

— Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 27 May 2026

Definition of diamond

Verb

The base is cast from quick-heating heavy-gauge stainless steel, but the heat-resistant wooden handle and bead knob keep your hands from getting burned.

— Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 18 July 2026
In photos shared by her glam team on Instagram, Abrams's gown featured delicate embroidery and bead appliqués that shimmered under the camera lights, creating a textured look that made the elegant design even more eye-catching.

— Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 5 July 2026

Definition of bead

Noun

These programs,the crown jewels of public diplomacy, also happen to be cheap.

— James K. Glassman, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026
Though most wouldn’t associate diamonds with crystal healing, Huang says the rare jewels—which Aries and Taurus both count among their birthstones—actually hold a meaning of their own.

— Kelsey Stiegman, InStyle, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of jewel

Verb

The night culminated with a countdown as a glowing geodesic sphere 12 feet in diameter and weighing almost six tons descended from its lofty perch atop One Times Square.

— CBS News, CBS News, 1 Jan. 2023
But with those four, Grande was able to establish her credibility in the fragrance sphere early in her music career.

— Emily Jensen, Harper's BAZAAR, 16 Nov. 2022

Definition of sphere

Noun

Combined with more money than ever from domestic prize-money distributions, the Premier League’s middle has probably never been stronger.

— Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 12 Aug. 2026
The overall Powerball jackpot is now nearly $1 billion and will be the eighth-largest prize in Powerball history.

— Katie Langford, Denver Post, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of prize

Verb

The results will help segment POTS patients into more granular cohorts based on the source of their symptoms, rather than lumping them all together as Simo says the medical industry often does today.

— Emily Forlini, Fortune, 10 Aug. 2026
They were also lumped in with ska and reggae acts like the Slackers, Agent 99, and 32 Tribes.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of lump

Noun

Once an official restitution request is made for the Ségou treasure – in this case by Senegal — then two committees, including experts from France and the requesting country, plus government representatives, will examine the case.

— Devorah Lauter, ARTnews.com, 14 Aug. 2026
The building where the treasure was found is owned by the Belgian charity CAW Oost-Vlaanderen, which offers support to people in difficulty.

— Gina Kalsi, PEOPLE, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of treasure

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