Synonyms for

Amber

Verb / ˈæmbɜ: / Another word for amber — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a hard, yellowish-brown substance that was formed from resin and used in making jewelry and other decorative objects

Synonyms & similar words

yellowbrown brownishyellow gold topaz gold honey lemon ocher saffron citrine dijon goldenrod mustard straw tan wheat brownish-yellow tawny buff beige khaki camel fawn

Synonyms by register

Formal

fossil resin succinite

Informal

golden yellowish

Literary

golden tears fossilized sap

Antonyms

colorless transparent clear pale white black

Common collocations

  • amber colored
  • amber light
  • amber alert
  • amber waves of grain
  • fossilized amber
  • raw amber
  • polished amber

Word family

noun amber
adjective amber

Usage note

Amber refers to a specific yellowish-orange color or fossilized tree resin. It is not typically used as a verb.

Example sentences

  1. The amber pendant glowed in the sun.
  2. She collected amber stones on the beach.
  3. The antique vase was made of amber.
  4. The beeswax candle had a warm amber color.
  5. The amber traffic light signaled us to stop.

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