pyritous in a sentence
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Definition
PYRITOUS: resembling or having the characteristics of pyrite, especially in appearance, often with a shiny, metallic luster that can be mistaken for gold.
Sample Sentences
- The mineral's bright luster gave it a pyritous appearance, often misleading prospectors.
- In the sunlight, the pyritous crystals sparkled like gold, attracting the attention of many collectors.
- The geologist explained that pyritous formations can indicate the presence of valuable metals nearby.
- During the hike, we stumbled upon a pyritous outcrop that caught the light beautifully against the dark rocks.
- Despite its nickname as "fool's gold," the pyritous specimen was a fascinating find for the amateur mineralogist.
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