diadem
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- noun
- /ˈdaɪədɛm/
- Literature
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diadema
- In ancient times, a leader would proudly display their diadem to signify their authority and power.
- wear a diadem
- royal diadem
- gold diadems
Examples
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Eyes shining like a jeweled diadem.
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You wore your diadem and a necklace.
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"Shouldn't I wear a diadem?" I said.
Fiction book (1998) -
Did you ever see me in my regalia with my diadem and all my jewels?
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Her only jewels were the brooch of amethyst at her shoulder knot and the silver diadem, set with a single gem, holding her long, golden hair.
Fiction book (1995) -
Broad-shouldered and narrow-hipped, he moved with an athlete's quick, controlled gracefulness; reddish-brown hair fell to his shoulders, confined by the narrow diadem of royalty wrought in gold olive leaves.
Fiction book (2000) -
The queen wore a sparkling diadem adorned with precious gems during the ceremony.
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The museum has an impressive collection, including a rare diadem that belonged to a Roman empress.
Synonyms
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A circular decorative object worn on the head as a sign of power or victory
A cover worn on the head decorated with jewels for special events
How Regal
Surface Forms
Etymology
Diadem comes from the Greek word diadēma, which meant 'a band' worn and 'bound around' the head. So a diadem is a jeweled head-band or crown that shows power and rank.