ZIRCON Synonyms: 20 Similar and Opposite Words

zircon

noun

Definition of zircon

as in rhinestone

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Recent Examples of zircon The rock sample didn’t contain a tough mineral known as a zircon — the easiest and most reliable way to date old rock formations — and little is definitive when dealing with rocks and minerals that have histories spanning more than 4 billion years. — Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 29 Dec. 2025 Melting the lunar surface through extensive volcanism is one way to reset the zircons. — Nola Taylor Tillman, Space.com, 8 May 2025 Testing that assumption, the study authors smashed the rocks and examined the tiny crystals, called zircons, that were trapped inside. — Sam Walters, Discover Magazine, 17 Apr. 2025 The technique also typically needs kilograms of material to find enough uranium-containing zircon crystals, whereas ocean drill cores yield just grams. — Howard Lee, Ars Technica, 8 Sep. 2024 See All Example Sentences for zircon

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Noun

So Sherman bought a bunch of funky fabric and cheap rhinestone jewelry and recreated the poses herself, as only the great artist of our postmodern age could.

— Nate Freeman, Vanity Fair, 9 Oct. 2026
In the Season 2 trailer, which was released on October 7, Kardashian’s character Allura Grant is seen wearing a black velvet hood with giant rhinestone scorpion embellishments on the front.

— Juliana Ukiomogbe, InStyle, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of rhinestone

Noun

Unexpected jewelry — bold, unconventional pieces that add a surprising twist and personality to any look.

— Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
Authorities warned that jewelry, electronics and other expensive items can make sellers attractive targets for criminals.

— Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of jewelry

Noun

Napa leather linings, a cabochon clasp inlaid with white mother-of-pearl, and interchangeable silk tassels available in 12 colors to encourage customers’ personalization rounded out the style.

— Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2026
The brooch itself featured his feather friend, done up in white and yellow diamonds, perched atop a cabochon lapis lazuli.

— Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of cabochon

Noun

To make the marinade, to a blender, add the chiles, garlic, onion, ginger, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and turmeric and blend into a smooth paste with no chunks.

— Emma Specter, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2026
Relying on his education in design, Nagy would often clip out images and collage them together, using a similar method enlisted to create paste-ups used in the creation of print media in the pre-Photoshop age.

— Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of paste

Noun

And in 2017, historian Alberto (Carlos González) struggles to figure out how the two preceding tales intersect, stumped until an academic (Glenn Close in a brief, striking cameo) steps in to help.

— Daniel D'Addario, Variety, 14 Oct. 2026
The sketch also features a cameo from Ben Marshall as Jelly Roll, Marcello Hernandez as Jesus and Rosalía as a horny divorcee, egging him on to make the concert.

— Glenn Garner, Deadline, 10 Oct. 2026

Definition of cameo

Noun

Order a glass of chenin and a few cicchetti, Venice’s answer to tapas (slices of baguette topped with mortadella, artichoke or pâté), then find a seat by the water.

— Mary Holland, Robb Report, 8 Oct. 2026
Chanel and Paris Fashion Week go hand-in-hand like a fresh baguette and butter.

— Christian Allaire, Vogue, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of baguette

Noun

What to Look for in Solitaire Engagement Rings When shopping for solitaire engagement rings, first consider the solitaire design itself.

— Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 29 Sep. 2026
Her engagement ring featured a 12-carat oval blue Ceylon sapphire surrounded by 14 solitaire diamonds and set in 18-karat white gold.

— Giovana Gelhoren, InStyle, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of solitaire

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