as in polished
having a shiny surface or finish
the glossy finish on the gym floor a sports car with an interior upholstered with glossy leather
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Recent Examples of glossy
Serve over mashed potatoes, polenta, risotto, or egg noodles to soak up every drop of the rich, glossy sauce.
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Jenny Rosenstrach, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Apr. 2026
Because of their glossy sheen, these Luxome sheets probably look the closest to silk out of all of the picks in this list.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 31 Mar. 2026
Much of the white tile on the exterior still retains its glossy appearance from years ago, as do a few green tiles in diamond patterns that give it some additional character.
—Eric D. Lawrence, Freep.com, 31 Mar. 2026
The world’s largest operating steam locomotive will chug through Northern California next month, its glossy black front emitting bursts of steam and its frame stretching more than half the length of a jumbo jet.
—Brooke Park, San Francisco Chronicle, 31 Mar. 2026
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Jenny Rosenstrach, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Apr. 2026
Because of their glossy sheen, these Luxome sheets probably look the closest to silk out of all of the picks in this list.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 31 Mar. 2026
Much of the white tile on the exterior still retains its glossy appearance from years ago, as do a few green tiles in diamond patterns that give it some additional character.
—Eric D. Lawrence, Freep.com, 31 Mar. 2026
The world’s largest operating steam locomotive will chug through Northern California next month, its glossy black front emitting bursts of steam and its frame stretching more than half the length of a jumbo jet.
—Brooke Park, San Francisco Chronicle, 31 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for glossy
Adjective
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Service here is attentive and polished, but not pushy, and servers are happy to walk you through the cocktail menu and provide suggestions.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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At 249 pounds, this one, hewn from polished Verde marble, isn’t going anywhere.—
Kathryn O’Shea-Evans,
Robb Report,
29 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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It was well appointed and modern, with a sleek and nicely stocked wet bar, and curtains that swiftly opened or closed at the touch of a button.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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The Low Tow prototype also includes a sleek indoor corner kitchen with slim rectangular sink, dual-burner induction cooktop and 12-V compressor fridge.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
29 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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This time, my eyes slid to the fresh silver polish on her fingernails, her cascading perm thick but without any undergrowth, and those eyes darting from me to the cop, glistening as if on the verge of pouring.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Mar. 2026
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The puppet wore a black judicial robe and had glistening eyes with slit pupils.—
Rachel Monroe,
New Yorker,
26 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Pop a satin version on top of your usual night-out curls to make the 'do feel glamorous.—
Jasmine Washington,
Seventeen,
18 Jan. 2023
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From satin pillowcases to a hydrating moisturizer, all of these products are on sale for less than $25.—
Isabel Garcia,
Peoplemag,
13 Jan. 2023
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“Glossy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glossy. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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