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Meaning of luster
The primary meaning of the word "luster" is a quality of shining or glowing with light.
Etymology of luster
The word "luster" has its roots in the Old French word "lustre", which is derived from the Latin word "lustrare", meaning "to make bright" or "to illuminate"
Historically, the word "luster" was used to describe the shine or glow of precious metals, jewels, or other valuable materials
Synonyms
Definitions
- A quality of shining or glowing with light, typically in a soft and steady way
- * A surface quality that reflects light and gives an attractive appearance
- * A quality of excellence or impressiveness
Usage Examples
- The diamond had a brilliant luster that caught everyone's eye
- * The old painting had lost its original luster due to years of exposure to sunlight
- * The city's luster as a cultural hub had faded over the years
Antonyms
dullness
dimness
darkness
gloom
gloominess
lackluster
dullness
flatness
monotony
tediousness
blandness
unattractiveness
ugliness
coarseness
crudeness
roughness
shabbiness
seediness
tackiness