Glossy — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /ˈglä-sē/

Meaning & Definition of Glossy

Glossy (adjective)

  1. having a surface luster or brightness
  2. attractive in an artificially opulent, sophisticated, or smoothly captivating manner, slick

Glossy (noun)

  1. a photograph printed on smooth shiny paper
  2. slick

Glossy (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. having a shiny surface or finish

    "the glossy finish on the gym floor"

    "a sports car with an interior upholstered with glossy leather"

    similar: buffed, burnished, glistening, lustrous, polished, rubbed, satin, satiny, sleek
    related: brushed, eggshell, semigloss, semilustrous, silken, silky, slick, slippery, glassy, glazed, lacquered, shellacked, varnished, gleaming, glittering, reflective, shining
    opposite: dim, dull, flat, lusterless, matte
    near: lackluster, unvarnished

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Glossy

The most common words with a similar meaning to Glossy:

buffed, burnished, glistening, lustrous, polished, rubbed, satin, satiny, sleek

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Glossy

Words with the opposite meaning of Glossy:

dim, dull, flat, lusterless, matte

Related Words for Glossy

brushed, eggshell, semigloss, semilustrous, silken, silky, slick, slippery, glassy, glazed, lacquered, shellacked, varnished, gleaming, glittering, reflective, shining

Near Antonyms of Glossy

lackluster, unvarnished

Word Forms of Glossy

Inflections: glossier, glossiest, glossies

Derived words: glossily (adverb), glossiness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Glossy

gloss:1 + -y:1

First known use: 1556

Frequently Asked Questions about Glossy

What does "Glossy" mean?

"Glossy" means having a surface luster or brightness. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: having a surface luster or brightness.

What is another word for "Glossy"?

Other words for "Glossy" include buffed, burnished, glistening, lustrous, polished, rubbed, satin and satiny. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Glossy" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Glossy"?

There are 26 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Glossy". Common alternatives include buffed, burnished, glistening, lustrous, polished, rubbed, satin, satiny and sleek.

What is the opposite of "Glossy"?

Antonyms of "Glossy" include dim, dull, flat, lusterless and matte. Near antonyms include lackluster and unvarnished.

How do you use "Glossy" in a sentence?

Examples of "Glossy" in a sentence: "the glossy finish on the gym floor"; "a sports car with an interior upholstered with glossy leather".

Is "Glossy" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Glossy" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Glossy"?

"Glossy" is pronounced /ˈglä-sē/.

What is the origin of the word "Glossy"?

"Glossy" comes from gloss:1 + -y:1. First known use: 1556.