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gemlike

Gemlike is an English adjective describing something that resembles a gem or bears its characteristic qualities. It often conveys brightness, translucence, and a finely cut or polished appearance, as well as the sense of value associated with gemstones. The term can be applied to physical objects such as jewelry, minerals, or surfaces that catch and refract light with a gemlike sparkle. It is also used metaphorically to describe clarity, precision, or chiseled beauty in art, prose, or design.

Etymology: Gemlike is formed from the noun gem plus the suffix -like, indicating resemblance. It is attested

Usage notes: In literary or critical writing, gemlike tends to emphasize aesthetic luminosity rather than technical

See also: gem, jewel, jewel-like, gemology, luster.

in
English
from
the
early
modern
period
and
remains
in
regular
use.
quality.
It
commonly
appears
in
phrases
like
gemlike
luster,
gemlike
facets,
or
gemlike
eyes.
It
should
not
be
confused
with
gemmy
or
jewel-like,
which
have
their
own
specific
nuances.