jewelry

[joo-uhl-ree, jool-ree] / ˈdʒu əl ri, ˈdʒul ri /

NOUN

precious stones, metals worn as decoration

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bracelet brooch costume earring gem glass gold jewel knickknack necklace ornament pendant silver tiara treasure trinket

STRONG

adornment anklet band bangle bauble beads bijou bling brass cameo chain charm choker cross crown diamonds finery frippery ice junk lavaliere locket pin regalia ring rock rosary solitaire sparkler stickpin stone

WEAK

tie pin

Antonyms

STRONG

plainness

Example Sentences

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This collar gets more compliments than most jewelry.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

Part of the online drive stems from the "mob wife" aesthetic that's trended on TikTok in recent years, looks featuring flashy jewelry, animal prints, and -- you guessed it -- fur.

From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026

A representative for the singer filed a missing property report for items including clothing and jewelry Saturday shortly after 7 p.m., according to the statement.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026

Officers responded to a call Saturday night in Toluca Lake, where burglars are said to have gotten away with high-value items such as jewelry and cash.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 2026

Used paper she could draw on, empty ink jars, worn-down pen nubs she turned into jewelry.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros

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