smaragdine
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /səˈmærɡdɪn/
KK: /sməˈræɡdaɪn/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that is the color of emeralds, which is a bright green shade.
Example
The artist chose a smaragdine hue for the landscape painting to evoke a sense of lushness.
Conversation
I saw this beautiful ring today; it was smaragdine and sparkled so brightly.
That sounds stunning! I love the color of emeralds.
Yeah, I can't believe how much I liked the smaragdine shade.
You should definitely get it if you have the chance!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
emerald
green
verdant
Antonyms
dull
drab
faded
noun
Definition
A term used to describe something that is emerald green in color, resembling the gemstone emerald.
Example
The artist chose a smaragdine hue for the landscape painting, giving it a vibrant and lush appearance.
Conversation
Have you ever seen a smaragdine gemstone up close?
No, I haven't! What do they look like?
They're a stunning shade of green, almost like an emerald.
Root Explanation
Smaragdine → It is derived from "smaragdus" (from Greek "smaragdos", meaning emerald) and the suffix "-ine" (meaning pertaining to or resembling). The word "smaragdine" refers to something that is emerald green or resembles an emerald.
Memory Tip
Think of the Greek word for emerald, 'smaragdos', to remember that 'smaragdine' means something that is emerald green.
Visually Confused Words
sardine
asparagine