argent
4 synonyms for argent, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Silver, or the silver-white colour used in heraldry.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
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Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
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silvery
silverish
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
Silver, or the silver-white colour used in heraldry.
“The knight's shield was argent, with a single red rose in the centre.”
Etymology
From Old French argent, "silver," from Latin argentum.
Full origin of argent →Frequently asked questions
What does “argent” mean?
The word “argent” means silver, or the silver-white colour used in heraldry. In plain terms, a literary or heraldic word for silver or silver-coloured.
How do you pronounce “argent”?
“Argent” is pronounced AHD-zhuhnt (/ˈɑɹd͡ʒənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “argent” in a sentence?
Here is “argent” used in a sentence: “The knight's shield was argent, with a single red rose in the centre.”
What is another word for “argent”?
Words with a similar meaning to “argent” include blanc and silver.
What part of speech is “argent”?
Depending on how it is used, “argent” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “argent” come from?
The word “argent” comes from Latin. From Old French argent, "silver," from Latin argentum.
How many meanings does “argent” have?
“Argent” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: silver, or the silver-white colour used in heraldry.
