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Definition of emerald

emerald

/ˈɛm.ə.ɹəld/
em · er · ald
Plural:emeralds
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emerald Lexical Profile

emerald Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Having a bright, vivid green color resembling the precious gemstone.

Example

"The emerald foliage of the rainforest provided a striking contrast against the dark, nutrient-rich soil."

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• noun

1

A bright green precious stone consisting of a chromium-rich variety of the mineral beryl.

Example

"She wore a spectacular antique necklace adorned with diamonds and a large, flawless emerald."

2

A vivid, vibrant shade of green.

Example

"The artist mixed brilliant tones of yellow and blue to create a striking emerald for the ocean water."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

From Middle English 'emeraude', borrowed from Old French 'esmeraude', which traces back through Latin 'smaragdus' to Greek 'smaragdos', meaning 'green gem'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Emerald. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/emerald
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