GLOSSING Synonyms: 36 Similar and Opposite Words

glossing

verb

present participle of gloss

as in polishing

to make smooth or glossy usually by repeatedly applying surface pressure the action of the water will serve to gloss the seal's coat

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Recent Examples of glossing The easy-to-use glossing treatment, which should be applied to damp hair and followed by a blow dryer to activate the frizz-fighting alpha acids, is a semi-permanent smoothing spray that basically creates a water-resistant shield to prevent flyaways—even in the most humid of places. — Eva Thomas, InStyle, 9 Apr. 2026 Critchley, glossing Julian of Norwich, draws a distinction between seeing and seeing through creation, but this is a false dichotomy. — Christian Wiman, Harpers Magazine, 30 Dec. 2025 The downside was often a glossing-over of the tactics used to amass such fortunes. — Heller McAlpin, Christian Science Monitor, 3 June 2025

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Rather than using a standard stonewash, TacticalGeek says the blade is hand-finished with sanding and polishing steps that refine the surface from coarse to fine, while the groove area uses EDM machining for extra texture and visual depth.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 9 July 2026
Sullivan practices with UConn’s Fencing Club and is still polishing her skills, but the sport is no longer her top priority.

— Elijah Polance, Hartford Courant, 5 July 2026

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They’re made from four-way stretch fabric and feature a wide 4-inch waistband with tummy-smoothing support, a modest 9-inch inseam, and front and back pockets for hands-free convenience.

— Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 12 July 2026
The best eye creams for wrinkles minimize the appearance of fine lines while smoothing, firming, and hydrating your eye area.

— Daley Quinn, Glamour, 9 July 2026