CEFR B1

emerald

noun

Meaning

A precious gemstone of a rich green color, highly valued for its beauty and rarity.

Examples

The engagement ring featured a flawless emerald surrounded by diamonds.
She collected antique jewelry, with a particular fondness for emeralds.

Synonyms: gem, jewel, precious stone, beryl

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emerald (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈɛmərəld/

Definition

A precious gemstone of a rich green color, highly valued for its beauty and rarity.

Examples

The engagement ring featured a flawless emerald surrounded by diamonds.
She collected antique jewelry, with a particular fondness for emeralds.

Synonyms of emerald

Words with a similar meaning to emerald:

gem
jewel
precious stone
beryl

Antonyms of emerald

Words with the opposite meaning to emerald:

quartz
zircon

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