GILT Synonyms: 54 Similar and Opposite Words

gilt

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Definition of gilt

as in glitter

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Recent Examples of gilt The 30-year gilt yield hit its highest since 1998, driven in part by investor fears that a new, more liberal prime minister could further hike government spending and loosen the country’s fiscal policy. — Steve Kopack, NBC news, 15 May 2026 Energy policy and welfare reform need to be addressed to reduce the UK gilt yield premia, unlock funds for growth and ultimately attract capital flows back into the UK. — Joseph Wilkins, CNBC, 22 June 2026 Although the hotel is Japanese inspired, the Peninsula Tokyo incorporates many pan-Asian elements—gilt finishes, flower petal motifs on the carpets, and cherry wood panelling, to name a few. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026 The 100-year notes priced at 120 basis points over the relevant gilt, and Alphabet carries ratings of Aa2 from Moody's and AA+ from S&P, one notch below the top grade. — Dara-Abasi Ita, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for gilt

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Each is painted with one coat of sheer polish, then topped with a golden glitter.

— Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 2 July 2026
The new Firework Doughnut, an Original Glazed doughnut dipped in vanilla flavored icing with gold glitter and a firecracker sugar piece.

— Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 1 July 2026

Definition of glitter

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In Arabic, tatreez refers to embroidery in general as well as the specific Palestinian form, which is often a social practice taught through generations by grandmothers and mothers.

— ABC News, ABC News, 30 June 2026
In his second term, the president overhauled the Oval Office with gold embroidery, picture frames and decorations.

— Joey Garrison, USA Today, 30 June 2026

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The white floral print channels the actress’s effortless aesthetic, and the easy-to-style design can be paired with tank tops, T-shirts, or even worn as a strapless swimsuit cover-up for beach days and vacations.

— Taylor Jean Stephan, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026
That design allows researchers to position the ion with greater flexibility while making weak oscillating fields easier to detect.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 3 July 2026

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