Synonyms for

Gold

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

Definition

a yellow precious metal, the chemical element of atomic number 79

Synonyms & similar words

gilt au gilded golden amber atomicnumber aureate bullion ingot aurum dorado flourish fortune wealth treasure luxury opulence richness affluence prosperity success well-being happiness contentment

Synonyms by register

Formal

precious metal aurum bullion

Informal

bling dough loot

Literary

golden hue sun's gleam yellow treasure

Antonyms

base cheap inferior worthless dross lead

Common collocations

  • gold standard
  • gold medal
  • gold rush
  • gold mine
  • gold coin
  • gold jewelry
  • gold bar

Word family

noun gold
verb gild
adjective golden

Usage note

Gold is a precious metal. As an adjective, 'golden' is often used metaphorically to describe something excellent or fortunate.

Example sentences

  1. The Olympic gold medals are made of gold.
  2. My mom's wedding ring is made of gold.
  3. The pirate searched for treasure made of gold.
  4. The sun made the leaves look like they were made of gold.
  5. The king's crown was decorated with gold.

Quotes

  • All the gold in the world cannot buy a dying man one more breath.
  • People who worship gold in a world so corrupt really need their heads examined.
  • Gold is a treasure, and he who possesses it does all he wishes to in this world.

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