Jewel-like
What it means
Brilliant, finely formed, or precious-looking in the manner of a jewel.
Reach for it when praising concentrated beauty, luster, or intricate finish
Jewel-like drops of rain clung to the dark leaves.
Words to choose between 6
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everyday
Fits when reflected light is the visible feature
Careful Sparkling says nothing about fine form, color depth, or preciousness.
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warm
Fits when emotional or material value matters more than appearance
Careful Precious can sound sentimental and need not describe visual brilliance.
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professional
crystalline
Fits when clarity and angular structure are literally present
Careful Crystalline is inaccurate for opaque objects with rich jewel colors.
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formal
Fits when a smooth, softly reflective surface deserves precise praise
Careful Lustrous is about sheen and does not imply jewel-like intricacy.
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literary
gemlike
Fits when small polished brilliance is the exact image
Careful Gemlike is nearly as rare and may distract in plain consumer copy.
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literary
Fits when light seems to emanate from the subject
Careful People and atmospheres can be radiant without having any hard, polished quality.
Opposites 3
- dull
- rough
- commonplace
Common phrases 3
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jewel-like colors
Jewel-like colors glowed in the manuscript's restored border.
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jewel-like detail
The jeweler added jewel-like detail to the tiny silver bird.
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jewel-like brilliance
Jewel-like brilliance appeared when sunlight crossed the mosaic.
Usage notes
Keep in mind
The closed spelling jewellike is also used.
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