Definition

A clear, deep blue gemstone that is a type of the mineral zoisite and is often used in jewelry.

Example

She wore a beautiful tanzanite ring on her finger.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a piece of tanzanite jewelry?

Yeah, I saw one at the gem shop last week; it was stunning!

I love how deep blue the tanzanite looks, almost like the ocean.

Absolutely! It’s such a unique stone, I really want to get one.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tanzanite is derived from 'Tanzania' (the country where it was discovered) and the suffix '-ite' (meaning a mineral or rock). The word 'tanzanite' refers to a mineral that originates from Tanzania.

Memory Tip

Think of the country 'Tanzania' where this beautiful mineral was found, and remember that '-ite' indicates it is a type of mineral.

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