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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
Mica Ricketts, refinery29.com, 28 Feb. 2025
For example, a light lavender lining peeks out from underneath the tool of the Rapunzel dress, which can be paired with a long, dramatic boa to imitate her lustrous mane.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 11 Feb. 2025
Famous for its bond-building technology—which has resulted in more lustrous locks for celebrities like Charlize Theron—Olaplex infuses its moisture mask with a patented ingredient that Collins approves of.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 4 Feb. 2025
Phelps recommends semi-regular salon visits to keep the color rich and lustrous (typically every eight to 12 weeks), paired with color-protecting shampoos and conditioners to prevent fading.
—Izzie Deibe, refinery29.com, 15 Jan. 2025
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An iridescent top coat is the key to the perfect French chrome manicure, as illustrated by this lustrous look at Dluxe Nails.
—Mica Ricketts, refinery29.com, 28 Feb. 2025
For example, a light lavender lining peeks out from underneath the tool of the Rapunzel dress, which can be paired with a long, dramatic boa to imitate her lustrous mane.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 11 Feb. 2025
Famous for its bond-building technology—which has resulted in more lustrous locks for celebrities like Charlize Theron—Olaplex infuses its moisture mask with a patented ingredient that Collins approves of.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 4 Feb. 2025
Phelps recommends semi-regular salon visits to keep the color rich and lustrous (typically every eight to 12 weeks), paired with color-protecting shampoos and conditioners to prevent fading.
—Izzie Deibe, refinery29.com, 15 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lustrous
Adjective
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But the overall vibe is luminous and joyful — almost celebratory.—
Ernesto Lechner,
Rolling Stone,
26 Apr. 2025
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The silky formula glides on, leaving skin luminous and smooth.—
Nora Colomer,
FOXNews.com,
23 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Plus, her look proved that the skinny style can easily feel modern and fresh when worn with the right pieces — in this case, a polished blazer and a button-down.—
Averi Baudler,
People.com,
1 May 2025
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Yet beneath the polished surface of C-suite success, especially during the economic crisis, only a few acknowledge the reality: anxiety.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
Noun
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Amidst such a torrent of fascist chaos, the brightness and backbone of Real Women Have Curves feel bracing.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
28 Apr. 2025
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Sour cream: Complements the cream cheese base and adds some brightness and tang for a dynamic, fresh flavor.—
Catherine Jessee,
Southern Living,
28 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Come for breakfast or a light lunch and stay for their dazzling cheese selection—over 150 varieties served with the kind of attention to detail that makes even a simple sandwich feel sublime.—
Lilah Ramzi,
Vogue,
24 Apr. 2025
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The movie, a dazzling retelling of a mythic boy-god, has grossed an astonishing US$2 billion worldwide, outperforming many Hollywood releases.—
Shaoyu Yuan,
The Conversation,
23 Apr. 2025
Noun
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And that’s the same with Liverpool — the best team from start to finish — who have simply found a way to get more points than their rivals through a combination of technical brilliance and astute planning.—
Gregg Evans,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2025
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However, beyond Shai’s brilliance lies a team built on chemistry, humility, and trust.—
Sindiswa Mabunda,
Forbes.com,
19 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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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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There were definitely moments that were less shining than others for me.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
5 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The lightweight formula is spiked with Lamellar Lamination technology to hydrate, detangle and leave locks glossy.—
Celia Shatzman,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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Indeed, you could be forgiven for growing slightly cynical of the big pledges, glossy roadmaps, endless subsidy schemes, and constant climate conferences.—
Antoine Rostand,
Time,
21 Apr. 2025
Noun
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So, astronomers have come up with a compromise regarding the geometry of the sun's illumination angle on Venus' disk versus its distance from Earth to determine the time of Venus' greatest brilliancy.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Family circles will have wrapped themselves in the holy pleasures of the great occasion, and everywhere the grand old holiday will have been introduced with all the majesty and brilliancy which clings around the hallowed name of Christmas.—
Michael Barnes,
Austin American-Statesman,
23 Dec. 2024
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“Lustrous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lustrous. Accessed 5 May. 2025.
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