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单词 glossy
释义

glossy

1 of 2

adjective

ˈglä-sē How to pronounce glossy (audio)
ˈglȯ-
glossier; glossiest
1
: having a surface luster or brightness
rich glossy leather
glossy paper
2
: attractive in an artificially opulent, sophisticated, or smoothly captivating manner : slick
lots of glossy and phony chatter
glossily
ˈglä-sə-lē How to pronounce glossy (audio)
ˈglȯ-
adverb
glossiness
ˈglä-sē-nəs How to pronounce glossy (audio)
ˈglȯ-
noun

glossy

2 of 2

noun

plural glossies
1
: a photograph printed on smooth shiny paper
2
chiefly British : slick sense 5

Synonyms

Adjective

  • buffed
  • burnished
  • glistening
  • lustrous
  • polished
  • rubbed
  • satin
  • satiny
  • sleek
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Example Sentences

Adjective a plant with glossy green leaves the glossy finish on the gym floor
Recent Examples on the Web
Adjective
While lacquered walls aren’t for the faint of heart, their glossy finish really packs a punch. Bebe Howorth, ELLE Decor, 8 Sep. 2022 Characterized by sheer white tones with a glossy finish, the milky nail look supplies a more natural effect; one that looked beautiful against Lopez’s glowing skin, bright wedding gown, and diaphanous tulle veil on her big day. Violeta Valdés, Vogue, 30 Aug. 2022 Finally, the chocolate is tempered to give it a glossy finish and to prevent it from melting easily. Nevin Martell, Washington Post, 18 Aug. 2022 Choose a glossy finish to add an extra-glamorous touch. Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Aug. 2022 Top it with a glossy finish (or a good rug) for a softer look. Kelly Allen, House Beautiful, 11 Aug. 2022 One swipe of the plumper gives off a sheer, moisturized look while two coats produce a glossy finish — a feat almost unheard of from a lipstick consistency. Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 10 Aug. 2022 With a glossy finish and neutral colors that suit every skin tone, this could your easiest, one-step lip product. Tatjana Freund, ELLE, 3 Aug. 2022 The lightweight, creamy formula is free of parabens and has a glossy finish. Nicol Natale, PEOPLE.com, 28 July 2022
Noun
This product goes on glossy and leaves behind a subtle sheen and color that will last all day. Tatjana Freund, ELLE, 3 Aug. 2022 The officer stopped the SIV, and the officer noticed the driver’s eyes were bloodshot and glossy and her cheeks were flushed. Bruce Geiselman, cleveland, 23 Oct. 2021 In fact, the same paint color can look completely different based on the finish, from matte to glossy and every sheen in between. Hadley Mendelsohn, House Beautiful, 6 Apr. 2021 Wow’s Extra Shine spray, designed to create a glossy, but not greasy, shine. Sarah Midkiff, refinery29.com, 24 Nov. 2020 Because Gibson has so many antiques, Hillery suggested adding in a glossy, Granny Smith-green Oomph console as a more modern accent. Emma Bazilian, House Beautiful, 25 Sep. 2020 Valentina Sampaio has been named a 2020 rookie and is the first transgender model to appear in the glossy’s pages. Barry Samaha, Harper's BAZAAR, 10 July 2020 In some ways, that has been the story of most mainstream glossies, Vogue and Elle included. New York Times, 17 Jan. 2020 Girls with a flair for filters outmaneuvered traditional fashion glossies, upending millions in traditional advertising and marketing spend. Kate Bowers, Fortune, 19 Dec. 2019 See More

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

gloss entry 1 + -y entry 1

Noun

derivative of glossy entry 1

First Known Use

Adjective

1556, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

1928, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

glossy

adjective

ˈglä-sē How to pronounce glossy (audio)
ˈglȯ-
glossier; glossiest
: having a shiny, smooth surface
glossy paint

glossy

adjective

as in sleek
having a shiny surface or finish the glossy finish on the gym floor a sports car with an interior upholstered with glossy leather

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • sleek
  • polished
  • glistening
  • satin
  • gleaming
  • glittering
  • burnished
  • lustrous
  • satiny
  • rubbed
  • silky
  • buffed
  • glazed
  • lacquered
  • brushed
  • slick
  • varnished
  • semigloss
  • reflective
  • shining
  • glassy
  • silken
  • eggshell
  • slippery
  • shellacked
  • semilustrous

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • dull
  • flat
  • dim
  • matte
  • lusterless
  • mat
  • lackluster
  • matt
  • unvarnished
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Synonym Chooser

The words sleek and slick are common synonyms of glossy. While all three words mean "having a smooth bright surface or appearance," glossy suggests a highly reflective surface.

photographs having a glossy finish

The synonyms sleek and glossy are sometimes interchangeable, but sleek suggests a smoothness or brightness resulting from attentive grooming or physical conditioning.

a sleek racehorse

The words slick and glossy can be used in similar contexts, but slick suggests extreme smoothness that results in a slippery surface.

slipped and fell on the slick floor
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