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or gilt
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as in gold
covered in a thin layer of gold
An antique mirror in a gilded frame hung over the marble fireplace.
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as in wealthy
coming from or characterized by wealth and luxury
The exclusive nightclub was a popular hangout among the city's gilded youth. The grand hotel has been lovingly restored to its former gilded splendor.
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or gilt
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as in varnished
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as in painted
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Recent Examples of gilded
Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 16 Jan. 2025
One grave contained fragments of gilded oval brooches, part of a metal cauldron and a book clasp that had been repurposed as jewelry.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 13 Jan. 2025
The mid-tone green has a warm yellow undertone that works particularly well with the ornate gilded gold picture frame and dark wood dining chairs.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Jan. 2025
In total, archaeologists fully excavated the womens' two graves, and were able to analyze a third one that was not fully excavated but contained a gilded brooch and 25 glass beads.
—Andrea Margolis, Fox News, 8 Jan. 2025
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Adjective
The building dates back to 1888 and has been impeccably preserved so that its gilded glamor is just as breathtaking today.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 16 Jan. 2025
One grave contained fragments of gilded oval brooches, part of a metal cauldron and a book clasp that had been repurposed as jewelry.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 13 Jan. 2025
The mid-tone green has a warm yellow undertone that works particularly well with the ornate gilded gold picture frame and dark wood dining chairs.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Jan. 2025
In total, archaeologists fully excavated the womens' two graves, and were able to analyze a third one that was not fully excavated but contained a gilded brooch and 25 glass beads.
—Andrea Margolis, Fox News, 8 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gilded
Adjective
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Skating gold medalist in 2023 by passing his gold skating skills test, a distinction that generally takes at least six years of intense training to earn.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
31 Jan. 2025
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Related article Five of the most daring museum heists in modern history Considered a Romanian national treasure, its theft has sparked consternation among Romanian officials and fears that the gold helmet, which weighs around two pounds, would be melted down.—
Oscar Holland,
CNN,
31 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Most Popular Most Popular Moore’s budget plan raises taxes on wealthiest Maryland residents.—
Glynis Kazanjian,
Baltimore Sun,
22 Jan. 2025
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The Brutalist also stars Felicity Jones as László’s life, Erzsébet (Felicity Jones), Alessandro Nivola as László’s cousin, Attila, and Guy Pearce as Harrison Lee Van Buren a wealthy industrialist who employs the architect.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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The gray paint is gone, but its owner keeps the Coast Guard Reserve number painted on the hull, and the boat has most of its original fittings.—
David Wolman,
Smithsonian Magazine,
8 Jan. 2025
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Two women were selling jewelry and crafts, their tables featuring beaded earrings, silver and copper bracelets, and carefully painted clay pots.—
Derek M. Norman,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Another Florida beach worthy of unfurling a towel before golden hour is famous Siesta Key Beach, one of Florida’s most beautiful beaches.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
23 Jan. 2025
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Beets Beets come in various colors: white, golden, red, and purple.—
Johna Burdeos,
Health,
23 Jan. 2025
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The company has even taken its advertising to subway stations in some of the city-state’s most affluent areas.—
Kevin Lim,
CNBC,
28 Jan. 2025
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Green design architects can help A method that's been around for thousands of years and that was perfected in Germany in the 1960s and 1970s, green roofs weren't uncommon in more affluent neighborhoods when Cassiano first heard about them.—
Jill Langlois,
NPR,
25 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Larry Ellison, also one of the world’s richest men, is facing regulatory hurdles with the Paramount-Skydance merger that would see his son, Skydance CEO David Ellison, running the combined media assets.—
Tatiana Siegel,
Variety,
24 Jan. 2025
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Eating purple foods rich in anthocyanins may help support gut health, ease inflammation, and reduce oxidative stress (cell damage).1 1.—
Johna Burdeos,
Health,
23 Jan. 2025
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Each six-way power seat comes clad in smooth black leather with white contrast stitching at the seams and the trident logo embroidered into the headrest.—
Martin Lerma,
Robb Report,
23 Dec. 2024
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Platform Crocs were worn with oversized jean shorts and jeans embroidered with hearts.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
20 Dec. 2024
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Watch on Deadline Van Kampen wrote the play Farinelli and the King and its baroque music.—
Baz Bamigboye,
Deadline,
18 Jan. 2025
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As environmental changes damage traditional terracotta sculptures, training local artisans to conserve these baroque masterpieces can help revive a local ceramics tradition.—
Neda Ulaby,
NPR,
15 Jan. 2025
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