TALISMAN Synonyms: 22 Similar and Opposite Words

talisman

noun

ˈta-ləs-mən

Definition of talisman

as in amulet

something worn or kept to bring good luck or keep away evil a pendant of white nephrite jade is often worn by Indians as a talisman to ward off heart disease

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Recent Examples of talisman As the legend goes, the designer found a metal star on the streets of Paris early in his career, then kept it as a talisman. — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 12 Aug. 2026 Like its name suggests, Don’t Let Disco pieces act as talismans of joy, connection, and emotion against the drudgery of regular life. — Madeline Hirsch, InStyle, 5 Aug. 2026 Vogue has featured the gold jewelry Davis-Woodhall wears like talismans — Cartier rings and watches and custom pieces like a necklace with a pendant shaped like Olympic rings. — Kansas City Star, 5 Aug. 2026 Texas was missing their talisman Eric Oncins, and his replacement Rafa Hewett did just enough to get his team to the DreamBreaker. — Todd Boss, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for talisman

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amulet

Noun

Since these figures have been found in excavations of homes, streets, and tombs, it is believed they were used as everyday objects, perhaps to promote fertility or used as children’s toys or household amulets.

— Leigh Anne Miller, ARTnews.com, 8 Sep. 2026
An international team of roughly 60 researchers from 13 countries was excavating the site when the amulet was discovered.

— Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 26 Aug. 2026

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