amethyst

[US]/'æməθɪst/
[UK]/'æməθɪst/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. a purple variety of quartz, often used as a gemstone; a violet or purple color.

Example Sentences

She pinned a large amethyst brooch to her lapel.

We are also offering unique and exquisite Amethyst Geodes from both Brazil and Uruguay.

The variety mainly has: Baiyu, cotton rose ruby, emerald, green Baiyu, amethyst, topaz, Moyu and varicolored jade and so on.

She wore a beautiful amethyst necklace to the party.

The amethyst gemstone is believed to bring peace and calmness.

He gifted her a stunning amethyst ring for their anniversary.

The amethyst crystal is known for its healing properties.

She decorated her room with amethyst crystals for positive energy.

The amethyst color of the sunset was breathtaking.

Many believe that wearing amethyst jewelry can enhance intuition.

The amethyst stone is associated with spiritual growth and enlightenment.

She meditated with an amethyst crystal to promote relaxation.

The amethyst geode on the shelf sparkled in the sunlight.

Real-world Examples

Others looked like enormous amethysts, letting the light penetrate their insides.

Source: Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea (Original Version)

On the table stood a flat bowl of amethyst.

Source: Selected Fairy Tales by Oscar Wilde

" Black amethysts from Asshai. The rarest kind, a deep true purple by daylight" .

Source: A Song of Ice and Fire: A Clash of Kings (Bilingual Edition)

" Black amethysts, " he swore. " There was magic in them" .

Source: A Song of Ice and Fire: A Storm of Ice and Rain (Bilingual)

" They're no amethysts. Are they? Are they? You lied" .

Source: A Song of Ice and Fire: A Storm of Ice and Rain (Bilingual)

I was born in February, so my ring is an amethyst.

Source: Engvid Super Teacher Ronnie - Speaking

Quartz is so varied that tons of gems — like amethyst, chalcedony, agate, and citrine — are all made of silica.

Source: Scishow Selected Series

So, " amethyst" is a deep blue colour.

Source: Engvid-Gill Course Collection

His eyes deepened into amethyst, and across them came a mist of tears.

Source: The Picture of Dorian Gray

His materials for works like these include solid gold, lapis, lazuli, rubies, amethysts, emeralds diamonds.

Source: The World From A to Z

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