Synonyms of glass

glass

noun

ˈglas 

1

as in sunglasses

glasses plural a pair of lenses set in a frame that is held in place with ear supports and which are usually worn to correct vision

I'm a little nearsighted, so I'm going to need glasses

Synonyms & Similar Words

• sunglasses
• spectacles
• eyeglasses
• specs
• goggles
• bifocals
• half-glasses
• monocle
• lorgnette
• contact lens
• trifocals
• pince-nez

2

as in mirror

a smooth or polished surface that forms images by reflection

the vain princess spent hours admiring the reflection in her glass

Synonyms & Similar Words

• mirror
• looking glass
• pier glass
• hand glass
• reflector
• cheval glass
• pier mirror
• dressing glass

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of glass

In the latter, the Murano glass Narciso chandeliers were restored to their original condition. — Miami Herald, 13 July 2026

Anyone viewing a partial solar eclipse should wear certified solar eclipse glasses or use a handheld solar viewer that meets the ISO 12312-2 international safety standard, NASA recommends. — ABC News, 13 July 2026

Outside, a gull tottered to the window and tapped its beak against the glass. — Literary Hub, 13 July 2026

From an underwater viewing area, Chinita Head, 52, stared past the glass alongside her 6-year-old nephew, Christian Walker. — Finnegan Belleau, Chicago Tribune, 13 July 2026

Phrases Containing glass

• looking glass