ZIRCON Synonyms: 20 Similar and Opposite Words

zircon

noun

Definition of zircon

as in rhinestone

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rough

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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

Miss Pop advises you to use a rhinestone-friendly adhesive and topcoat (like the Vettsy 5-1 Top Coat) to prolong the life of this manicure.

— Christina Middleton, Allure, 4 Nov. 2026
On the runway at the Schiaparelli fall 2026 show during Paris Fashion Week in July, the dress appeared on the runway paired with a daintier shoe, opting for a nude satin pump with a curved heel, a rhinestone charm and mirror leather soles.

— Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of rhinestone

Noun

Don't miss an abundance of deals on jewelry and niche fragrances for your wife or girlfriend, plus discounts on cookware and decor for the host or hostess.

— Claire Peltier, ABC News, 10 Nov. 2026
Markle’s main color scheme for her attire was black, featured in some of her jewelry, such as her earrings, and in the rest of her look for the occasion.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2026

Definition of jewelry

Noun

Consisting of four strands of pearls and a a large oval cabochon sapphire surrounded by two rows of diamonds, Empress Maria Feodorovna received this sapphire choker as a wedding present from her sister.

— Katherine J Igoe, InStyle, 3 Nov. 2026
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

Definition of cabochon

Noun

But Thomas can’t see or hear Agatha, so no Kathryn Hahn cameo for you, MCU fans!

— Tasha Robinson, Vulture, 11 Nov. 2026
Winter will make its first cameo in the eastern United States later this week as a storm ushers in the coldest temperatures in six months for tens of millions of people and the first snow for some.

— Chris Dolce, CNN Money, 10 Nov. 2026

Definition of cameo

Noun

Diamonds are custom-cut in step and baguette shapes to follow each curve, with some pieces in the diamond suite topping the 12-carat mark.

— Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2026
While going to a butcher to purchase things like steak or lamb, or a cheesemonger to buy a block of hard cheese and a baguette, may sound nice, in theory, the convenience of a big grocery store offering all of these items and more is hard to beat.

— Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of baguette

Noun

The Rhode beauty mogul has been wearing her original solitaire as a pinky ring since debuting its larger successor in 2024.

— Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 1 Nov. 2026
Through the narrow basement window Ernest saw the pink tennis shoes of the neighbor lady who played solitaire at her plastic table.

— Madeline ffitch, Harpers Magazine, 27 Oct. 2026

Definition of solitaire

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