Synonyms for ruby
- adjective
- noun
Most common
Definitions
- adj. 1
Of a deep, red color; ruby-red.
- n. 1
A clear, deep, red variety of corundum, valued as a precious stone.
Related words
- Word family
- ruby-red rubicund rubric
- Phrases
- balas ruby ruby shark ruby silver
- Other spellings
- rubi
Forms
- Plural
- rubies → stones, agates…
Example sentences
- crimson As the sun sets, the sky turns a beautiful crimson.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| ruby | steady | |
| crimson | rising |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 3 letters
- red1
- 5 letters
- stone1, ruddy2, agate2
- 6 letters
- cherry2, cerise2
- 7 letters
- crimson2, scarlet2, reddish2, carmine2
The small number after each word is its number of syllables (ruddy2 = 2 syllables).