Gloss

Meaning

a shiny or lustrous surface finish; a superficially attractive appearance; lip gloss

a shiny surface or an explanation of a word or phrase

Example Sentences

She applied a clear gloss to her lips to give them a shiny, healthy appearance.

The table had a beautiful gloss after polishing.

Example Expressions

put a gloss on

Synonyms

shine, luster, polish, finish, glaze, explanation, sheen

Entry 1

shine, luster, polish, finish

Entry 2

shine, luster, glaze, explanation, sheen

Antonyms

dullness, matte finish, roughness, tarnish, matte

Entry 1

dullness, matte finish, roughness, tarnish

Entry 2

dullness, matte

Collocations

lip gloss, hair gloss, high gloss, gloss paint, gloss finish, gloss over

Entry 1

lip gloss, hair gloss, high gloss

Entry 2

high gloss, gloss paint, gloss finish, gloss over