tiara

Semicircular formal headpiece

A tiara is an ornamental semicircular headpiece, typically jeweled, worn by women on formal occasions—especially brides and beauty pageant winners.

Unlike a crown, which encircles the head completely, a tiara sits atop the front of the head like a decorative comb.

The Pope's tiara, a triple-crowned headdress, is a distinct ceremonial object no longer worn but still symbolizing papal authority.

royalty

crown

Sovereign's ornamental headpiece

monarchy · duchess · throne · palace · sovereignty · dynasty · nobility · regent · kingdom · majesty

jewelry

diamond

Crystallized carbon gemstone

emerald · pearl · amethyst · crystal · rhinestone · setting · prong · carat · sparkle · brilliant

bridal

wedding

Marriage rite and feast

  • brideWoman getting married
  • veilFabric that obscures
  • ceremonyFormal event marking occasions

aisle · white · gown · something borrowed · reception · elegant · romantic · fairytale · princess bride · cathedral

pageant

crown

Sovereign's ornamental headpiece

glamour · winner · runner-up · Miss Universe · Miss World · titleholder · poise · evening gown · competition · ceremony

headpiece

diadem

Jeweled band of royalty

hairpiece · comb · bandeau · wreath · hairpin · fascinator · veil · bridal · updo · coiffure

ornate

filigree

Delicate twisted-wire ornamentation

craftsmanship · metalwork · elegant · opulent · lavish · exquisite · ornament · decorative · embellished · gilded

Categories
Opposites
headpiece formality/status

tiarabaseball cap

Soft hat, stiff brim

dunce cap · beanie · hard hat · hairnet · shower cap

crown completeness/form

tiaracrown

Sovereign's ornamental headpiece

circlet · imperial crown · diadem · coronet

adornment vs. concealment

tiaraveil

Fabric that obscures

hood · hijab · wimple · head scarf · bonnet

Phrases
Family

tiaras

Familiarity
Top 100,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G