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adjective

Definition of burnishednext
as in polished
having a shiny surface or finish bright burnished metal is used extensively in that boutique's decor

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burnished

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verb

past tense of burnish
as in rubbed
to make smooth or glossy usually by repeatedly applying surface pressure burnished the floor of the ballroom to a soft luster

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for burnished
  1. polished
  2. glossy
  3. sleek
  4. coated
  5. satin
Adjective
  • Stander believes the auction car was fitted with a polished Vortech supercharger by the previous owner about eight years ago.
    Howard Walker, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Bright raspberry and bing cherry notes on the palate give way to a satiny texture and elegant polished structure.
    Katie Kelly Bell, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
Definition of polished
Adjective
  • Related Articles For the special occasion, Winfrey made a statement in a white, glossy suit that shimmered under the lights.
    Julia Teti, WWD, 5 Nov. 2024
  • The panel gaps of the fully carbon-fiber body, finished with a glossy Highland Green weave plus raw carbon for the race stripes, all scream modern production methods.
    Michael Van Runkle, Robb Report, 2 Nov. 2024
Definition of glossy
Adjective
  • Plus, the new Jet Black aluminum case paired with a sleek black sport band gives it a refined, sporty look.
    Juhi Wadia, PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024
  • His obsession with athletic shoes and sleek clothing has been innate rather than forced, according to him.
    Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of sleek
Verb
  • An open-pit vermiculite mine, which operated from 1963 to 1990, coated the area — and residents’ lungs — with needle-like asbestos fibers.
    Peter Elkind, ProPublica, 13 Nov. 2024
  • Key components, including the escapement wheel and anchor, are coated in DiamonSil, a combination of silicon and synthetic diamond that improves durability and precision.
    Matthew Catellier, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Definition of coated
Adjective
  • Pop a satin version on top of your usual night-out curls to make the 'do feel glamorous.
    Jasmine Washington, Seventeen, 18 Jan. 2023
  • From satin pillowcases to a hydrating moisturizer, all of these products are on sale for less than $25.
    Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 13 Jan. 2023
Definition of satin
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