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gilt Synonyms

Another word for gilt

Choosing another word for gilt depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Covered thinly with gold leaf or gold paint; having a bright, golden appearance.

Usage Example

"The antique mirror was set in an ornate gilded frame that gleamed in the candlelight."

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gilded
Strong
golden
gold-plated
aureated

• noun (Context 2)

A thin layer of gold leaf, gold paint, or a similar metallic substance applied to a surface for decoration.

Usage Example

"Over the centuries, much of the original gilding had worn away from the wooden molding."

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gilding
Strong
gold leaf

• Nearby Words

gilia
gill
gillenia
gilt
gimbal
gimlet
gimme

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Gilt. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/gilt
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