jewel tone

noun

: any of various colors (such as amethyst, emerald, and ruby) that resemble those of gemstones

Examples of jewel tone in a Sentence

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Its interior blends rich jewel tones, contemporary furnishings and vivid artwork that pays tribute to the city’s dynamic culture and music scene. Taryn White, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025 Dressed in a joyful orange ensemble, Fox was flanked by her fellow choir members, each dressed in a richly hued jewel tone of their choice. Jessie Schiewe, Los Angeles Times, 20 Mar. 2025 Fittingly, walls and furnishings in jewel tones can be found throughout. Shannon Sharpe, Architectural Digest, 14 May 2025 The jewel tone, emerald green and gold of the logo are highlighted in racing stripes and additional exterior design elements. Bruce Martin, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for jewel tone

Word History

First Known Use

1895, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of jewel tone was in 1895

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“Jewel tone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/jewel%20tone. Accessed 31 May. 2025.

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