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Meaning of gem
A gem is a precious or semiprecious stone, especially one that has been cut and polished for use in jewelry.
Etymology of gem
The word "gem" comes from the Old French word "gemme", which is derived from the Latin word "gemma", meaning "bud" or "precious stone".
The Latin word "gemma" is also related to the Greek word "gemma", meaning "bud" or "sprout".
The word "gem" has been used in the English language since the 13th century to refer to precious or semiprecious stones.
Synonyms
jewel
stone
precious stone
mineral
rock
pebble
crystal
diamond
ruby
emerald
sapphire
topaz
amethyst
garnet
opal
pearl
turquoise
aquamarine
jade
onyx
beryl
zircon
tourmaline
peridot
citrine
quartz
agate
jasper
malachite
lapis lazuli
amber
coral
ivory
turquoise
carnelian
moonstone
sunstone
alexandrite
benitoite
charoite
diopside
axinite
scapolite
sphene
staurolite
tanzanite
zultanite
Definitions
- A precious or semiprecious stone, especially one that has been cut and polished for use in jewelry.
- * A person or thing considered to be a great treasure.
- * A small, intensely bright or colorful spot or area, especially in a painting or a natural landscape.
Usage Examples
- The queen's crown was adorned with a large, glittering gem.
- * The park was a gem of a place, with its beautiful gardens and tranquil atmosphere.
- * The artist's use of color created a gem of a painting, with its vibrant hues and delicate brushstrokes.
Antonyms
flaw
imperfection
blemish
defect
fault
weakness
shortcoming
drawback
disadvantage
liability
pitfall
snag
hitch
stumbling block
obstacle
hindrance
impediment
barrier
blockage
obstruction
deterrent
discouragement
inadequacy
insufficiency
deficiency
shortage
scarcity
lack
want
need
absence
void
gap
chasm
abyss
hollow
vacuum
emptiness