Synonyms for

Bronze

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

Definition

Bronze is a brownish metal made of copper and tin.

Synonyms & similar words

bronzy tan copper brass brownish rusty golden-brown tan caramel amber sepia chocolate coppery reddish-brown russet sandy tawny umber antique old vintage

Synonyms by register

Formal

alloy metallic coppery

Informal

brownish coppery metallic

Literary

ochre umber russet

Antonyms

silver gold platinum pewter steel iron

Common collocations

  • bronze medal
  • bronze statue
  • bronze age
  • bronze leaf
  • bronze finish
  • bronze casting
  • bronze plaque

Word family

noun bronze
adjective bronze

Usage note

Bronze is primarily a noun referring to a metal alloy, but it can also be used as an adjective to describe a color similar to the metal. It is distinct from brass, which is an alloy of copper and zinc.

Example sentences

  1. The bronze bell rang loudly.
  2. The statue was made of shiny bronze.
  3. The medal for third place is made of bronze.
  4. The ancient warriors were known for their bronze armor.
  5. The artist created a beautiful bronze sculpture.

Quotes

  • A good coach will make his players see what they can be rather than what they are. – Ara Parseghian
  • I’ve missed more than 9000 shots in my career. I’ve lost almost 300 games. 26 times, I’ve been trusted to take the game winning shot and missed. I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed. – Michael Jordan
  • It is not the mountain we conquer but ourselves. – Sir Edmund Hillary

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