GLAZED Synonyms: 53 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

Definition of glazed

as in coated

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verb

past tense of glaze

as in varnished

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Recent Examples of glazed

Adjective

The menu includes cake and glazed doughnuts, apple fritters, savory croissants and sandwiches. — Fielding Buck, Oc Register, 2 June 2026 Oxford weave canvas, the AirPods Case‘s buttery-smooth leather, and the Medium Luggage‘s ultra-glazed shell. — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 27 May 2026

Verb

The crock is salt-glazed, giving it a coarser texture than a smoother zinc glaze. — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 29 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for glazed

Recent Examples of Synonyms for glazed

Adjective

Double-coated and curly breeds take longer and use more product.

— Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2026
Farage will hope the by-election will return him to parliament all but unopposed, his mandate renewed and his image as a man of the people capable of taking on the system, more Teflon-coated than ever.

— Melissa Bell, CNN Money, 8 July 2026

Definition of coated

Verb

Although pest control companies offer lethal solutions such as carpenter bee traps or chemical treatments, the best way to keep carpenter bees from bugging you is using stained, sealed, varnished or treated wood in building projects.

— Sarah Linn April 24, Sacbee.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Reaching the island is all part of the fun too, requiring you to hop aboard a vintage, slickly varnished wooden boat at Balmaha and schedule a pick-up time for the way back.

— Rosie Conroy, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Mar. 2026

Definition of varnished

Adjective

When asked about their initial reaction to being asked to serve on the jury, most waxed poetic about art and film and gratitude.

— Rachel Handler, Vulture, 12 May 2026
The waxed, slightly distressed exterior does a solid job of hiding scuffs and offers enough water resistance to handle light rain without issue.

— Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 26 Apr. 2026

Definition of waxed

Adjective

Olive trees, desiccated from the Xylella fastidiosa bacterial epidemic, are consumed by fire and slump to the ground in a burnished black heap.

— Angelica Calabrese, Longreads, 7 July 2026
The burnished shade is chic and head-turning, an ideal choice for those who prefer to stand out— seemingly without any effort.

— Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 17 June 2026

Definition of burnished

Verb

Its grippy outsole offers reliable traction on trails and uneven terrain, while the soft eggnog color looks polished enough to wear around town afterward.

— Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 4 July 2026
This sleeveless maxi is polished, but still has a relaxed and breathable fit that’s ideal for warm days.

— Madeline Merinuk, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026

Definition of polished

Adjective

The three-piece set includes a quilt and two pillowcases made from a premium blend of brushed microfiber, which results in a silky-smooth, lightweight texture that provides warmth, comfort, and breathability when temperatures start to rise.

— Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2026
Spanx AirEssentials Brushed Full-Zip Jacket Not to be missed, this zip-up jacket — complete with an ultra-soft brushed interior and stately mock neckline — offers a more sophisticated take on travel day dressing.

— Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026

Definition of brushed

Verb

For couples trying to build a life that feels both grounded and inspired, Charlotte makes a strong case for itself.

— Rafael Peña, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026
Every supporting cast member pops, Zimmer’s score is ominously tense, and the action sequences are grounded and effective.

— James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 16 July 2026

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