GEM Synonyms: 123 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

ˈjem

Definition of gem

as in jewel

a usually valuable stone cut and polished for ornament a ring set with diamonds and other precious gems

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rough

as in treasure

someone or something unusually desirable that new car is a real gem she's dating a real gem these days

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lemon
loser

gem

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verb

as in to diamond

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Recent Examples of gem

Noun

These memories have many facets, like a precious gem slowly rotating between a jeweller’s fingers. — Literary Hub, 5 Aug. 2026 York, a key settlement since Roman times when it was known as Eboracum, is one of Britain’s gems. — Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026

Verb

Consider this Tata Harper gem the fountain of youth in oil form. — Nerisha Penrose, ELLE, 29 Nov. 2022 Pakistan, Bangladesh and Afghanistan have also laid claim to gem as well, which was the possession of many rulers, including India’s Mughal emperors, before coming into the hands of the British monarchy. — Niha Masih, Washington Post, 13 Oct. 2022 See All Example Sentences for gem

Recent Examples of Synonyms for gem

Noun

These programs,the crown jewels of public diplomacy, also happen to be cheap.

— James K. Glassman, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026
Though most wouldn’t associate diamonds with crystal healing, Huang says the rare jewels—which Aries and Taurus both count among their birthstones—actually hold a meaning of their own.

— Kelsey Stiegman, InStyle, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of jewel

Noun

New lighting and wall labels, redesigned layouts, and the introduction of new services are all aimed at enhancing the visitor experience, while the Uffizi will protect its treasures through improved conservation and security schemes.

— News Desk, Artforum, 7 Aug. 2026
Louisiana Located along Baton Rouge's eclectic Government Street corridor, Circa 1857 and The Pink Elephant are must-stops for travelers who love uncovering one-of-a-kind treasures with a story.

— Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of treasure

Verb

The timeless design features diamond floral clusters topped with large drop pearls, creating a look that feels both regal and wearable for any occasion.

— Freya Drohan, InStyle, 26 June 2026
The Desert diamonds product assortment is a contemporary expression of individuality, authenticity and personal style.

— Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 27 May 2026

Definition of diamond

Noun

At the Base of Trees and Shrubs Fences and rock walls aren’t the only structures poison ivy likes to climb.

— Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Aug. 2026
During that investigation, a Spokane police officer found Farinacci sitting on a rock beside the road near the fire.

— Cindy Von Quednow, CNN Money, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of rock

Noun

Combined with more money than ever from domestic prize-money distributions, the Premier League’s middle has probably never been stronger.

— Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 12 Aug. 2026
The overall Powerball jackpot is now nearly $1 billion and will be the eighth-largest prize in Powerball history.

— Katie Langford, Denver Post, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of prize

Verb

The discovery and export of hydrocarbons in the 20th century transformed relatively small maritime trading and pearling societies into high-income states integrated into global energy markets.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 28 Mar. 2026
In the summer of 2024, while visiting my grandmother in China, my husband gave me a pearl ring and asked if we could be pearled.

— Shayla Love, New Yorker, 25 Feb. 2026

Definition of pearl

Verb

Another video shows a man holding the crying infant, with his arms covered in blood and the lower half of his body still trapped in rubble.

— Duarte Dias, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026
The slab was too heavy to toss aside, and Osorio was worried there could be more people trapped underneath.

— Rocio Munoz, CNN Money, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of trap

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