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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
Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Mar. 2025
Adorned with gilded buttons, her look nodded to fashions of the Victorian and Edwardian eras, key influences of the goth subculture.
—Hannah Malach, WWD, 4 Mar. 2025
The temple is adorned with intricate floral motifs, marble inlays, and frescoes, but the gilded dome remains the focal point.
—Shalbha Sarda, Architectural Digest, 4 Mar. 2025
Now part of the Musei Reali, the palace’s royal apartments—replete with crystal chandeliers, ceiling frescoes, gilded moldings, and antiques—have been opened up to the public.
—Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 22 Feb. 2025
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Intimate shots, which reinforce the early romanticism, make way for unnerving wide-angle close-ups and pans that transform this high-end restaurant into a gilded prison.
—Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Mar. 2025
Adorned with gilded buttons, her look nodded to fashions of the Victorian and Edwardian eras, key influences of the goth subculture.
—Hannah Malach, WWD, 4 Mar. 2025
The temple is adorned with intricate floral motifs, marble inlays, and frescoes, but the gilded dome remains the focal point.
—Shalbha Sarda, Architectural Digest, 4 Mar. 2025
Now part of the Musei Reali, the palace’s royal apartments—replete with crystal chandeliers, ceiling frescoes, gilded moldings, and antiques—have been opened up to the public.
—Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 22 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gilded
Adjective
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In addition, although the Fed has paused its rate cuts, speculation over potential future reductions has bolstered gold demand.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
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From the sparkling blue and gold accents to the contrasting geometric tiling, a whimsical stay awaits.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
19 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Accrington were not and are not a wealthy club, and Barry paid out of his own pocket to go on a series of courses, including one about the benefits of meditation.—
Simon Hughes,
The Athletic,
23 Mar. 2025
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The fabulously wealthy Octopussy is seen in jumpsuits, saris, and all manner of wardrobe, but nothing expresses her style so well as this personalized silk robe, bearing a painting of the cephalopod that inspired her nickname on the back.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
23 Mar. 2025
Verb
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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
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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
Adjective
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At Mandeville Lakefront When the clock strikes golden hour, there’s no place locals would rather be than the Mandeville lakefront.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
23 Mar. 2025
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When Michael and Esther introduce the all-important golden knife, the chefs learn this epic day of cooking will be full of twists and turns, but only those that can adjust on the fly have a chance to be the last chef standing.—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
12 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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But Chinese consumers are growing increasingly affluent, which presents an opportunity for American producers.—
Lim Hui Jie,
CNBC,
13 Mar. 2025
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The village, which includes some of Miami-Dade’s most affluent neighborhoods, has already collected 90,000 pounds of food waste in just one year.—
ASHLEY MIZNAZI,
Orlando Sentinel,
10 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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While Sanders was in Colorado railing against the influence of billionaires, the world's richest man, Elon Musk, was at the Pentagon.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
23 Mar. 2025
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The style is classic yet rustic, with smooth planks, a rich stain, decorative moldings along the rim, and baseboards along the bottom.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 Mar. 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
Adjective
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Measuring in at 19 inches by 31 inches, the mirror features baroque ornate details at the top, giving it that retro look, and is built with high-quality glass.—
Amy Schulman,
People.com,
23 Mar. 2025
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The design embraces opulence with a colonial and baroque influence, majestic chandeliers and antique furnishings.—
Shivani Vora,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
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