Synonyms for

Turquoise

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

Definition

a bluish-green mineral often used for jewelry

Synonyms & similar words

aquamarine peacockblue aqua cobaltblue greenishblue aquamarine teal blue-green jade emerald verdigris celadon sage olive chartreuse pistachio

Synonyms by register

Formal

cerulean azure cyan

Informal

teal aqua sea green

Literary

sky blue robin's egg

Antonyms

black grey brown dark muddy opaque

Common collocations

  • turquoise water
  • turquoise gemstone
  • turquoise jewelry
  • bright turquoise
  • deep turquoise
  • pale turquoise
  • turquoise eyes

Word family

noun turquoise
adjective turquoise

Usage note

Turquoise primarily refers to a specific greenish-blue color and a gemstone. It is not typically used as a direct antonym for darker or earthier colors.

Example sentences

  1. I love the way the turquoise stone looks in my ring.
  2. Her eyes were the color of turquoise water.
  3. The artist used turquoise paint to create the sky in his painting.
  4. The jewelry store had a wide selection of turquoise necklaces.
  5. He wore a turquoise shirt to match his eyes.

Quotes

  • "The sky was a turquoise blue, like a robin's egg." - Janet Fitch
  • "The ocean was a turquoise green, like nothing I had ever seen before." - Sarah Dessen
  • "Turquoise is a timeless color that reminds us of the beauty of nature." - Unknown

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