as in gems
someone or something unusually desirable
that job is considered a real plum in the broadcasting business
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of plums
The brand’s signature Plum Superfruit Complex—infused with antioxidant-rich oil and extract derived from farm-fresh plums—locks in moisture and supports collagen production.
—
Jenny Berg, Vogue, 16 Mar. 2026
In January, former royal chef Darren McGrady revealed that King Charles is a creature of habit and routinely requests two plums in a little bowl of juice for breakfast.
—Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 12 Mar. 2026
Penthiopyrad, which stops fungal respiration and is toxic to aquatic life, was found on strawberries, peaches, plums, green beans, celery, carrots and bell peppers.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 11 Mar. 2026
Another variety or two of Japanese-American plums are needed for pollination.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 11 Mar. 2026
Around the homes and gathering spaces, about 35 fruit trees produce an assortment of plums, apples, pears, nectarines, apricots, tangerines and oranges.
—David Caraccio
march 4, Sacbee.com, 4 Mar. 2026
Saucer magnolias, Florida dogwoods, as well as some fruit trees such as plums, apricots, and peaches, can all experience cold injury from freezing temperatures.
—Markis Hill, Kansas City Star, 25 Feb. 2026
The best fruits for chia jam include berries, nectarines, plums, and mango.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 10 Feb. 2026
Farmers gathered walnuts into leather pouches beside hedgerows laden with berries, pears, plums and cornelian cherries.
—Marlise Kast-Myers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
Jenny Berg, Vogue, 16 Mar. 2026
In January, former royal chef Darren McGrady revealed that King Charles is a creature of habit and routinely requests two plums in a little bowl of juice for breakfast.
—Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 12 Mar. 2026
Penthiopyrad, which stops fungal respiration and is toxic to aquatic life, was found on strawberries, peaches, plums, green beans, celery, carrots and bell peppers.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 11 Mar. 2026
Another variety or two of Japanese-American plums are needed for pollination.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 11 Mar. 2026
Around the homes and gathering spaces, about 35 fruit trees produce an assortment of plums, apples, pears, nectarines, apricots, tangerines and oranges.
—David Caraccio
march 4, Sacbee.com, 4 Mar. 2026
Saucer magnolias, Florida dogwoods, as well as some fruit trees such as plums, apricots, and peaches, can all experience cold injury from freezing temperatures.
—Markis Hill, Kansas City Star, 25 Feb. 2026
The best fruits for chia jam include berries, nectarines, plums, and mango.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 10 Feb. 2026
Farmers gathered walnuts into leather pouches beside hedgerows laden with berries, pears, plums and cornelian cherries.
—Marlise Kast-Myers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for plums
Noun
-
Letters, colorful gems, and simple shapes like stars and hearts are always popular.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Mar. 2026
-
The following gems exceed my high shopping standards and satisfy my taste for the finer things.—
Kyra Surgent,
InStyle,
13 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
The festival kicks off on Thursday, March 19, with live performances, lotería and prizes.—
Alyson Rodriguez,
Dallas Morning News,
17 Mar. 2026
-
The Lukas prizes were established in 1998.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
Paltrow’s look featured clean lines and minimal makeup, letting her natural beauty and Harry Winston jewels shine.—
Kevin Huynh,
InStyle,
15 Mar. 2026
-
The seeds are located within the individual red jewels, called arils.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
12 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
Those treasures include antique haberdashery walls, an onyx entry table, and a jewelry case reupholstered in kilim with guitar-strap trim, and plenty of personal touches like family photos, all meant to inspire your next purchase, too.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Mar. 2026
-
Inspired by Isaac’s small trove of treasures—and perhaps their own collecting instincts—Knorr and Coleman threaded a squirrel motif quietly throughout the home, with acorn details appearing in several rooms.—
Kathryn Romeyn,
Architectural Digest,
11 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
The actress wore a yellow satin gown with a wide train in pleated soleil tulle, embellished with tonal crystals and white dégradé pearls.—
Kevin Huynh,
InStyle,
16 Mar. 2026
-
But what truly caught the eye of jewelry fans were the pearls dangling from his waist — that was a tassel necklace by Mikimoto, fashioned to look like a waist sash or watch chain.—
Laurie Brookins,
HollywoodReporter,
16 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Plums.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plums. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
