gold-plated

Definition of gold-platednext
as in gilded
covered in a thin layer of gold Gold-plated jewelry is less expensive than solid gold.

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Recent Examples of gold-plated However, the range has expanded over the years to incorporate mixed-metal designs, such as yellow gold chain necklaces with resin charms and minimalist statement earrings made from silver or gold-plated brass. Kristina Rutkowski, Glamour, 5 Feb. 2026 This Kendra Scott pendant necklace is 14-karat-gold-plated and is a bestseller on Amazon. Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Dec. 2025 Ultimately, there are good reasons to own both gold and gold-plated jewelry. Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 28 Nov. 2025 The shower heads, trash can, light scones, vases, shower-door frames, hooks and towel racks are all gold-plated, as are the vent covers. Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy, USA Today, 31 Oct. 2025 Her debut presentation, staged around a vintage dentist’s chair, featured silver or gold-plated molars strung into necklaces and bracelets with colorful enameled links, or worn as earrings set with semiprecious stones. Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 4 Aug. 2025 The sterling silver and gold-plated accents allow the earrings to pair well with the silver and gold pieces in your existing jewelry collection. Jené Luciani Sena May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 14 July 2025 Will all the airborne lavatories be gold-plated — or just the presidential ones? The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 15 May 2025 The minute and hour hands and the hands in the subdials are gold-plated. Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 1 Apr. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gold-plated
Adjective
  • Frie recommends layering in reflective and light-balancing elements, noting that warm metallics, such as brass fixtures or gilded mirrors—along with thoughtful lighting, are essential.
    Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 7 Feb. 2026
  • Melania, this documentary makes perfectly clear, likes her gilded cage just fine.
    Katha Pollitt, Washington Post, 5 Feb. 2026
Adjective
  • Inside, a long mahogany counter glows beneath warm gold walls, where bartenders move with precision through a selection of classics and inventive cocktails built on bold spirits and house infusions.
    Melinda Sheckells, HollywoodReporter, 13 Feb. 2026
  • Each ticket costs $5, and players may pick six numbers from two separate pools of numbers - five different numbers from 1 to 70 (the white balls) and one number from 1 to 24 (the gold Mega Ball) - or select Easy Pick/Quick Pick.
    Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026

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“Gold-plated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gold-plated. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.

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