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as in luminous
giving off or reflecting much light
the lustrous finish on the satin bedspread adds to the feeling of luxury
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as in polished
having a shiny surface or finish
lustrous silver jewelry adorned her neck
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as in brightness
the quality or state of having or giving off light
the lovely lustrousness of her hair just made you want to stroke it
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Recent Examples of lustrous
Fawnia Soo Hoo, HollywoodReporter, 18 Aug. 2025
To easily identify which bakeries had met the lofty standards of the guild, a lustrous golden kringle was adorned over the door—an exclusive emblem of royal approval—and is still found today throughout the city.
—Carinne Geil Botta, Vogue, 31 July 2025
These lustrous begonias look even more impressive in a tall urn or planter.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 29 June 2025
Blond wood cabinets, warm brown tiles, and stone floors give the space a lustrous feeling.
—Marcia Desanctis, Travel + Leisure, 20 June 2025
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Adjective
But, at closer look, the lustrous, sculptural aspects of Emily’s and Mindy’s dresses compose a perfect harmony.
—Fawnia Soo Hoo, HollywoodReporter, 18 Aug. 2025
To easily identify which bakeries had met the lofty standards of the guild, a lustrous golden kringle was adorned over the door—an exclusive emblem of royal approval—and is still found today throughout the city.
—Carinne Geil Botta, Vogue, 31 July 2025
These lustrous begonias look even more impressive in a tall urn or planter.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 29 June 2025
Blond wood cabinets, warm brown tiles, and stone floors give the space a lustrous feeling.
—Marcia Desanctis, Travel + Leisure, 20 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lustrous
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Our centerpiece selection Christy anchors the festival with its daring artistry and gives us the opportunity to honor the luminous Sydney Sweeney.—
Hilary Lewis,
HollywoodReporter,
5 Sep. 2025
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Whether exploring the Royal Botanic Garden or watching sunset from Mrs Macquarie’s Chair—hand-carved by convicts in 1810—the city feels luminous, expansive, and just a little wild.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The pillowcases have a stylish hem detailing that gives the bed a polished look.—
Rachel Trujillo,
People.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Jeremy Campau of Melvindale brought his 1999 GMC Sonoma painted in metallic emerald green with a polished carbon fiber composite wrapped hood.—
Keenan Thompson,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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The projector uses a triple laser for its display, has a 4K UHD resolution, three HDMI ports (including one that can be used to send high-quality ARC audio to your sound system), and a peak brightness that’s comparable with far pricier projectors.—
Clint Davis,
People.com,
23 Aug. 2025
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While ranch and blue cheese are classics, honey mustard pairs surprisingly well with Garlic Parm, and a citrus-forward aioli can boost the brightness of Lemon Pepper.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Fittingly released in the middle of Monterey Car Week, the Excalibur Spider Flyback Chronograph showcases the same level of dazzling mechanics as the Ferrari Daytona SP3 that sold for $26 million at the epic sales event and has therefore been blessed with the coveted Geneva Seal.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
31 Aug. 2025
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Her presentation had been a dazzling tour de force that left the crowd stunned and clamoring for more.—
Lizz Schumer,
People.com,
31 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Outdoor scenes especially are artfully composed, such as a distant view of a bridge with the river flowing under it in the foreground, or the glistening look of a puddle on the street at night.—
Caryn James,
HollywoodReporter,
31 Aug. 2025
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Its mesmerizing turquoise lakes, towering granite pinnacles, and vast, glistening glaciers have earned the park recognition as the crown jewel of Patagonia region, a vast natural frontier which stretches over 1,000 miles from Chile to the tip of Argentina.—
Elizabeth Brownfield,
Forbes.com,
31 Aug. 2025
Noun
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That is more relevant to his departure than those initial flashes of brilliance.—
Andy Naylor,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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Success is the result of serial effort, not one-time brilliance.—
Rolling Stone Culture Council,
Rolling Stone,
3 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Attendees rode in support of and alongside community member Eva Zamora, who is a shining example of how to live your best life with Parkinson’s disease and takes cycle classes at EōS regularly, a news release stated.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Apr. 2025
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Her next shining moment comes when two young sisters enter the hospital.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
People.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Despite the glossy subject matter, Winocour neatly sidesteps clichés, instead searching for quiet moments that give the story emotional resonance.—
Joelle Diderich,
Footwear News,
5 Sep. 2025
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With a slightly glossy appearance, this is a great blanket for a glam bedroom.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Lustrous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lustrous. Accessed 7 Sep. 2025.
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