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Meaning of glossy
having a smooth and shiny surface
Etymology of glossy
The word "glossy" has its roots in the late 15th century, derived from the Latin "glossa," meaning tongue, and the Greek "γλῶσσα" (glōssa), also meaning tongue, with the Latin "glossarius" referring to a commentary or explanation, and the Old French "glosser," meaning to comment or explain, eventually leading to the modern English word "glossy," initially used to describe something shiny or polished, with its secondary meaning related to publications emerging later
Synonyms
shiny
sparkling
lustrous
radiant
dazzling
bright
resplendent
glittering
luminous
glowing
polished
smooth
sleek
silky
velvety
reflective
mirror-like
burnished
sheeny
beaming
dazzling
fulgent
coruscating
scintillating
effulgent
refulgent
splendent
lambent
lucent
Definitions
- Having a smooth and shiny surface, typically because of a layer of polish or varnish
- * (of a publication, especially a magazine) having a lot of photographs and advertisements, and being intended to entertain rather than inform
Usage Examples
- The glossy magazine featured beautiful models and celebrities on its cover
- * The glossy paint job on the car made it look brand new
- * The glossy surface of the lake reflected the surrounding trees perfectly