Bejeweled: meaning, definitions and examples

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bejeweled

 

[ bɪˈdʒuːəld ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

decorative object

Bejeweled refers to an object that is adorned with jewels or gems, typically making it visually stunning and luxurious. This term is often used to describe jewelry, accessories, or decorative items that have been embellished with precious stones.

Synonyms

adorned, decorated, embellished.

Examples of usage

  • She wore a bejeweled necklace that sparkled in the light.
  • The bejeweled crown was a symbol of royal authority.
  • I bought a bejeweled phone case that is perfect for parties.

Translations

Translations of the word "bejeweled" in other languages:

🇵🇹 decorado com joias

🇮🇳 गहनों से सुसज्जित

🇩🇪 mit Juwelen verziert

🇮🇩 dihiasi permata

🇺🇦 вбрання з коштовностями

🇵🇱 ozdobiony klejnotami

🇯🇵 宝石で飾られた

🇫🇷 orné de bijoux

🇪🇸 adornado con joyas

🇹🇷 mücevherlerle süslenmiş

🇰🇷 보석으로 장식된

🇸🇦 مزين بالمجوهرات

🇨🇿 ozdobený šperky

🇸🇰 ozdobený šperkami

🇨🇳 装饰有珠宝的

🇸🇮 okrašen z dragulji

🇮🇸 skreytt með juvelum

🇰🇿 таңғажайып әшекейленген

🇬🇪 კ gemstones-ით მორთული

🇦🇿 zərgərliklə bəzədilmiş

🇲🇽 adornado con joyas

Etymology

The word 'bejeweled' originated from the combination of 'be', a prefix indicating to add or cover, and 'jewel', which derives from the Old French 'jouel' and the Latin 'jocale', meaning 'plaything'. The usage of bejeweled to describe objects adorned with gems dates back several centuries, reflecting the human fascination with precious stones and the status they convey. Over time, being bejeweled evolved into a broader cultural term that encompasses artistic expressions in fashion and decor, signifying opulence and beauty.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,629, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.