Diamond

Pronunciation: /ˈdaɪəmənd/

Definitions of diamond

noun a precious stone consisting of a clear and typically colorless crystalline form of pure carbon

Example Sentences

A1 She wore a beautiful diamond ring on her finger.

A2 The jewelry store had a display of sparkling diamond necklaces.

B1 He saved up for months to buy his girlfriend a diamond engagement ring.

B2 The diamond industry is a major contributor to the economy of certain countries.

C1 The rare blue diamond was auctioned off for millions of dollars.

C2 The diamond district in New York City is known for its high-end jewelry stores.

Examples of diamond in a Sentence

formal The diamond is a precious gemstone that is highly valued for its clarity and brilliance.

informal She was ecstatic when her boyfriend gave her a diamond ring for their anniversary.

slang That car is a real diamond, it's a beauty!

figurative Her voice was like a diamond, clear and pure.

Grammatical Forms of diamond

• past tense: diamonded
• plural: diamonds
• comparative: more diamond
• superlative: most diamond
• present tense: diamond
• future tense: will diamond
• perfect tense: have diamonded
• continuous tense: is diamonding
• singular: diamond
• positive degree: diamond
• infinitive: to diamond
• gerund: diamonding
• participle: diamonded

Origin and Evolution of diamond

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'diamond' comes from the Greek word 'adamas', meaning unconquerable or invincible.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'diamond' has come to specifically refer to a precious gemstone known for its hardness and brilliance.