Jewel

/ˈdʒuː.əl/

Meaning & Definition

noun

a precious stone or gem, especially when cut and polished.

She wore a stunning diamond jewel around her neck at the gala.

a valuable or prized possession.

The antique vase is a jewel of my collection.

a person or thing considered to be perfect or excellent.

Her voice was a jewel among the other performances in the concert.

something that is of great beauty or worth.

The garden was a jewel of colors in the springtime.

Middle English, from Old French 'juel', from Latin 'jocale', meaning 'plaything'.

crown jewel

The most valuable or prized part of something.

hidden jewel

A person or thing that is undiscovered and possesses great value.

jewel of a city

A particular place within a city that is exceptionally beautiful or noteworthy.

gemstone

A precious or semi-precious stone.

brooch

An ornament fastened to clothing with a pin.

necklace

An article of jewelry worn around the neck.

A term of endearment for someone valuable or cherished.

You're my little jewel.

An excellent or outstanding person or thing.

That performance was a jewel!