amulet
6 synonyms for amulet, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A small charm, symbol, or piece of jewellery worn or carried in the belief that it protects the wearer from harm or bad luck.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use amulet
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
wear an amulet
a protective amulet
an ancient amulet
Etymology
From Middle French amulette, ultimately from Latin amuletum, a word for a protective charm.
Full origin of amulet →Frequently asked questions
What does “amulet” mean?
The word “amulet” means a small charm, symbol, or piece of jewellery worn or carried in the belief that it protects the wearer from harm or bad luck. In plain terms, a lucky charm you wear or carry to ward off harm.
How do you pronounce “amulet”?
“Amulet” is pronounced AM-yuh-liht (/ˈæm.jə.lɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “amulet” in a sentence?
Here is “amulet” used in a sentence: “She wore a silver amulet her grandmother had given her for protection.”
What part of speech is “amulet”?
“Amulet” is a noun.
Where does the word “amulet” come from?
The word “amulet” comes from Latin. From Middle French amulette, ultimately from Latin amuletum, a word for a protective charm.
