Definition & Meaning of "gilded"in English

gilded

reflecting a vibrant, gold-like hue, often shimmering or metallic in appearance

Grammatical Information

Composition

past participle adjective

qualitative

Superlative

most gilded

Comparative

more gilded

gradable

domain

appearance, materials, art

Examples

The painting was framed in a gilded border, its rich golden color enhancing the artwork's beauty.

based on pretense; deceptively pleasing

covered with a thin layer of gold or made to appear as though it is gold, often used to describe objects with a gold-like finish

gold

golden

Examples

The ornate frame was gilded, adding a luxurious touch to the artwork it held.

ostentatiously rich and superior in quality

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