PEARL Synonyms: 122 Similar and Opposite Words

pearl 1 of 2

noun

ˈpər(-ə)l

Definition of pearl

as in gem

someone or something unusually desirable friends who agree that his new bride is a real pearl

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lemon
loser

pearl

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verb

as in to diamond

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as in to bead

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Recent Examples of pearl

Noun

Reports had previously spread about Flick choosing another La Masia pearl in Jordi Pesquer. — Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026 The collection was heavy on embellishments, with embroidery, crystals, bows, pearls and sequins decorating miniskirts, capri pants, jackets and more. — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 19 Aug. 2026

Verb

Condensation began to pearl at the edges of his rental face mask, an older model that pressed uncomfortably against his temples. — Elliot Ackerman, WIRED, 9 Feb. 2024 Since bead materials can run the gamut—from glass to pearl to wood and beyond—Korn notes that some bead styles are inherently more casual than others. — Aemilia Madden, Harper's BAZAAR, 24 July 2023 See All Example Sentences for pearl

Recent Examples of Synonyms for pearl

Noun

International Television Production Australia ultimately teamed up for this gem, the standout installment of the new Untold season.

— Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 1 Sep. 2026
Especially memorable designs include its Naga choker, wherein each gem represents ornaments worn by a different native tribe, and its Naga orchid necklace, inspired by the nearly 400 species of the flowering plant found in the region.

— Sohini Dey, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of gem

Verb

However, the jewels Mary acquired throughout her lifetime serve as a sparkling reminder of her legacy, from the Cullinan diamonds to the Queen Mary’s bandeau tiara which Meghan Markle wore on her wedding day in 2018.

— Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 25 Aug. 2026
For instance, this option from Oak and Luna features a naturally occurring silicon carbide now grown almost entirely in labs, brings a more responsible origin story alongside genuine brilliance, ranking second only to diamond in hardness.

— Pooja Mistry, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of diamond

Verb

The base is cast from quick-heating heavy-gauge stainless steel, but the heat-resistant wooden handle and bead knob keep your hands from getting burned.

— Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 18 July 2026
In photos shared by her glam team on Instagram, Abrams's gown featured delicate embroidery and bead appliqués that shimmered under the camera lights, creating a textured look that made the elegant design even more eye-catching.

— Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 5 July 2026

Definition of bead

Noun

The owner of this famous jewel—still worn today by the women of the Luxembourg royal family —did not seem destined to become a grand duchess.

— Giorgia Olivieri, Vanity Fair, 28 Aug. 2026
The Vienna robbery also comes less than a year after the brazen theft of jewels from the Louvre in Paris.

— Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of jewel

Verb

The night culminated with a countdown as a glowing geodesic sphere 12 feet in diameter and weighing almost six tons descended from its lofty perch atop One Times Square.

— CBS News, CBS News, 1 Jan. 2023
But with those four, Grande was able to establish her credibility in the fragrance sphere early in her music career.

— Emily Jensen, Harper's BAZAAR, 16 Nov. 2022

Definition of sphere

Noun

Building on this recognition, the winner of the Busan Award – Best Film, the top prize in BIFF’s Competition section, now qualifies for submission to the Oscars in the Best International Feature Film category.

— Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 1 Sep. 2026
Leslie McIntosh, within-group variance (Changes) Changes’ first/second book prize, launched in 2022 with Louise Gluck as the first judge, has already delivered gems such as Jimin Seo’s Ossia and Rachel Mannheimer’s Earth Room.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of prize

Noun

Most of the treasure’s weight comes from bars, jewelry and silver clips, with coins only making up a small part of it.

— Amarachi Orie, CNN Money, 4 Sep. 2026
In this exclusive excerpt, Austin discusses her decision to part with everything, and the process of combing through the home and finding the treasures Mercury left behind.

— Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of treasure

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