Golden/ˈɡəʊldən/ Definition 1 of 4Pro Tip 1/3Literal Brightness Used to describe something that shines or shimmers like real gold. The painter added a golden glow to the picture. Pro Tip 2/3Not Always Metal Doesn't necessarily mean made of gold but sharing its color. She admired the golden leaves of autumn. Pro Tip 3/3Visual Appeal Often used to express beauty and visual appeal in objects. The artist's golden sculpture caught everyone's eye.