LUSTERLESS Synonyms: 86 Similar and Opposite Words

lusterless

adjective

Definition of lusterless

as in dulled

lacking a surface luster or gloss a small tombstone of lusterless granite marks his modest grave

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Adjective

Saving the best for last, Reiter was certainly a bright spot on an otherwise dull episode.

— Glenn Garner, Deadline, 10 Oct. 2026
These gadgets work wonders for at-home maintenance between in-office treatments, or on their own as a pick-me-up—targeting everything from stubborn hair to dull skin.

— Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of dull

Adjective

The finish is a semi-matte—smooth, satin, and shine-free—that looks looks like velvet on the lips.

— Kiana Murden, Vogue, 6 Oct. 2026
Its 85-inch QLED display features a highly matte anti-glare screen, so your art and movies look lifelike without annoying reflections.

— Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 11 Mar. 2026

Definition of matte

Adjective

At Cucinelli, a designer walked us through the intricate construction of a fine-wale double-breasted gray suit whose ribs appeared in two subtly different shades.

— John Vorwald, Robb Report, 10 Oct. 2026
Now pink, brown, green and gray are turning up in sleep apps, audiology offices and bedtime routines, along with a few less familiar hues further out on the spectrum.

— Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of gray

Adjective

The fixture can attach to any flat surface with stick-on adhesives in just seconds, so say goodbye to the days of dim bathroom lighting or cooking under gloomy overheads.

— Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 7 Oct. 2026
The limited electricity supply also left classrooms dim and prevented the school from using refrigerators.

— ABC News, ABC News, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of dim

Adjective

Meanwhile, women used toxic lead makeup to achieve what was viewed as a beautiful pale complexion.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Oct. 2026
Princess Diana memorably wore a pale blue halterneck dress by Walker at a dinner hosted by Vanity Fair magazine at the Serpentine Gallery in Hyde Park in London in June 1995.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of pale

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