Definition

Having a color or quality similar to that of a sapphire, often a deep blue.

Example

The sapphirine gemstone sparkled beautifully under the light.

Conversation

Have you seen that new ring Sarah bought?

Yeah, it's beautiful! The stone is such a lovely sapphirine color.

I know, right? It really stands out against the gold setting.

Absolutely! I bet it was quite expensive.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A rare mineral that is usually light blue or green and contains aluminum and magnesium.

Example

The geologist discovered a beautiful piece of sapphirine during the mineral expedition.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a sapphirine stone?

No, I haven't! What does it look like?

It's a beautiful light blue, almost like the sky.

Root Explanation

**Sapphirine** → The word is derived from "sapphire" (from Latin *sapphirus*, meaning blue stone) and the suffix "-ine" (meaning pertaining to or resembling). Thus, "sapphirine" refers to something that is related to or resembles sapphire, particularly in color or quality.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'sapphire' which refers to a blue stone, and remember that 'sapphirine' means something that resembles or is related to that beautiful blue stone.

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