Jewel

Pronunciation

/dʒuːəl/

Definitions

• Noun: (n) A precious stone, typically cut and polished for use in jewelry or ornamentation. Example: “The crown was adorned with rare jewels.”
  • Also, a highly valued or prized possession. Example: “Her daughter is the jewel of her life.”
• Verb: (v) To set with jewels or decorate something with precious stones. Example: “The antique box was jeweled with diamonds and sapphires.”

Phrases

• “Jewel in the crown”: A particularly valuable or prestigious part of a collection, group, or territory. Example: “The city was considered the jewel in the empire’s crown.”
• “A rough diamond/jewel”: Refers to a person who has great potential or worth but lacks polish or refinement. Example: “Despite his rough exterior, he’s a real jewel; he just needs some guidance.”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The necklace featured a large emerald as its centerpiece jewel.”
• Verb: “The artisan spent hours carefully jeweling the watch with tiny rubies.”

Synonyms

• Gem
• Precious stone
• Ornament
• Treasure
• Adornment
• Heirloom
• Keepsake
• Gemstone
• Bijou (for small, elegant jewels)