Definition

Noun: 1. A jeweled headdress worn by women on formal occasions: A tiara is a semicircular, crown-like ornament, typically made of precious metal and decorated with jewels, worn on the head by women, especially at formal events like weddings, balls, or coronations. 2. A high ornamental headpiece: Historically, it can also refer to a form of crown, such as that worn by the Pope or by ancient Persian kings, though this usage is less common in modern English.

Usage

The word "tiara" is used as a countable noun. It describes a specific type of formal headwear. - It is typically associated with royalty, beauty pageant winners, or brides. - It is worn towards the front of the head, often with an updo hairstyle.

Examples

• Noun:
  • The princess wore a diamond tiara for her wedding.
  • She felt like royalty when she put on the sparkling tiara.
  • The antique tiara was displayed in the museum's jewelry collection.

Advanced Usage

• "Tiara-topped": (Adjective) Describing something, often a person, wearing a tiara.
  • The tiara-topped queen waved to the crowd.
• Metaphorical use: Sometimes used to symbolize royalty, elegance, or a special achievement.
  • Winning the competition was like earning her intellectual tiara.

Variants and Related Words

• Diadem (n): A jeweled crown or headband worn as a symbol of sovereignty. While similar, a diadem is often a complete circle, whereas a tiara is typically semicircular.
• Coronet (n): A small or simple crown, especially one worn by nobility other than the sovereign.

Synonyms

• Crownlet: A small crown (less common).
• Headpiece: A general term for decorative headwear.

Related Phrases

• "Tiara moment": A phrase used to describe an occasion or event glamorous or formal enough to warrant wearing a tiara.
  • Her graduation ball was her ultimate tiara moment.

Noun

1. a jeweled headdress worn by women on formal occasions