faceted
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈfæsɪtɪd/
KK: /ˈfæstɪd/
adjective
Definition
Having many flat surfaces or sides, often used to describe a cut gemstone or an object with multiple angles.
Example
The ring featured a beautifully faceted diamond that sparkled in the light.
Conversation
I saw a new ring at the store that was really unique.
Oh really? What did it look like?
It had a beautiful faceted design that caught the light.
That sounds stunning! I love jewelry with interesting shapes.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
angled
multifaceted
prismatic
Antonyms
smooth
flat
unadorned
verb
Definition
To have many flat surfaces or sides, often used to describe a cut gemstone or object.
Example
The jeweler showed me a beautifully faceted diamond.
Tense Forms
Past: faceted
Past Participle: faceted
Conversation
Did you see how she faceted that gemstone for the exhibit?
Yes, it looked amazing!
It really brought out the colors beautifully, didn't it?
Root Explanation
Faceted → It is formed from "facet" (from Old French *facette*, meaning a small face or surface) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a past participle or adjective form). The word "faceted" describes an object that has been cut to have multiple small surfaces or faces, typically referring to gemstones.
Memory Tip
Think of a small 'face' ('facet') on a gem, and remember that 'faceted' means it has many such faces.
Visually Confused Words
unfaceted
fracted
fated
unfauceted
lanceted
jacketed
falcated
acetated