1. plural of amethyst; purple or violet varieties of quartz used as gemstones

Examples

• The jewelry store displayed beautiful amethysts in various shades of purple.
• She collected amethysts from different regions around the world.
• The crown was adorned with diamonds, rubies, and amethysts.
• These amethysts were mined in Brazil and Uruguay.
• The necklace featured three large amethysts surrounded by smaller diamonds.
• Amethysts are believed to promote clarity and peace of mind.
• The museum’s mineral collection includes several rare amethysts.