GLOSS OVER Synonyms: 57 Similar and Opposite Words

gloss (over)

verb

Definition of gloss (over)

as in to excuse

to make (something) seem less bad by offering excuses I don't want to gloss over her misbehavior, but keep in mind that she's been under a lot of stress lately

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as in to ignore

to dismiss as of little importance this biographer tends to gloss over his subject's many character flaws

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And while the challenges of the job don’t excuse the criminal actions, researchers and legal experts said, those experiences can often contribute to their behavioral issues.

— Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 12 Oct. 2026
Every so often, Singh would excuse himself to the bathroom and jot down Pattinson’s ideas.

— Aaron Couch, HollywoodReporter, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of excuse

Verb

The targeting of civilian infrastructure in Saudi Arabia, particularly airports, illustrates the retaliatory logic the Houthis have invoked to justify their actions.

— Laurent Bonnefoy, The Conversation, 14 Oct. 2026
There is always a new spectacle, a new gimmick to lure people into a theater and justify the cost of a ticket.

— Sam Fleischner, IndieWire, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of justify

Verb

Kelly said she was impressed by Sand’s ability to not only answer complex policy questions off the cuff but also to explain the context of the issue for others in the audience who might not have been as familiar.

— Gabrielle M. Etzel, The Washington Examiner, 13 Oct. 2026
Faulk explained the section from the Old Applehill Road to Douglas Street is considered a limited access highway because the state does not want businesses creating their own access points.

— Lynn Kutter, Arkansas Online, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of explain

Verb

Rooms New Paltz Way’s rooms are a balance of airy minimalism and natural textures, most with access to balconies that overlook the lush, leafy Rail Trail in the town of New Paltz.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Oct. 2026
Do not overlook the impact of any financial windfalls, either.

— Becca Stanek, TheWeek, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of overlook

Verb

In an effort to explain away his decision, Kiffin reintroduced old ghosts.

— Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 14 Sep. 2026
The conversation kicked off with a discussion of faith and the rush to scientifically explain away events that may be divinely touched.

— Nicholas Riccardi, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of explain away

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