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Bejewelled: meaning, definitions and examples

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bejewelled

 

[ bɪˈdʒuːəld ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

decorative jewelry

Bejeweled refers to something that is adorned or decorated with jewels or gemstones. It implies a level of luxury and opulence, often used in contexts relating to fashion, art, or decorative objects. Bejeweled items can range from clothing to accessories, enhancing their aesthetic appeal. This term often connotes extravagance and the use of valuable materials.

Synonyms

decorated, encrusted, garnished, ornamented

Examples of usage

  • The bejeweled gown sparkled under the lights.
  • He gifted her a bejeweled necklace for her birthday.
  • The bejeweled crown was worn by the queen during the ceremony.

Translations

Translations of the word "bejewelled" in other languages:

🇵🇹 decorado com joias

🇮🇳 गहनों से सजा हुआ

🇩🇪 geschmückt

🇮🇩 berhias

🇺🇦 вкритий коштовностями

🇵🇱 ozdobiony biżuterią

🇯🇵 宝石で飾られた

🇫🇷 bijou

🇪🇸 decorado con joyas

🇹🇷 takı ile süslenmiş

🇰🇷 보석으로 장식된

🇸🇦 مزخرف بالمجوهرات

🇨🇿 zdobený šperky

🇸🇰 ozdobený šperkami

🇨🇳 装饰有珠宝的

🇸🇮 okrašen z dragulji

🇮🇸 skreytt með gimsteinum

🇰🇿 тағамдалған

🇬🇪 კ gemstones

🇦🇿 bəzəkli

🇲🇽 decorado con joyas

Word origin

The term 'bejeweled' originates from the Middle English word 'bejewel', which means 'to adorn with jewels'. This word traces back to the verb 'jewel', which comes from the Old French 'juel', derived from the Latin 'jocale', meaning 'plaything' or 'jewel'. Historically, jewels have been symbols of wealth and status, and the act of embellishing items with such ornaments has been a practice in various cultures for centuries. The use of the prefix 'be-' in 'bejeweled' suggests a transformation or enhancement, implying that the item has been made more beautiful or valuable through the addition of jewels. The concept of bejeweled accessories and clothing has been particularly popular in fashion, interior design, and royal regalia, reflecting societal values around beauty, prestige, and craftsmanship.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #37,036, 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.