as in polished
having a shiny surface or finish
the glossy finish on the gym floor a sports car with an interior upholstered with glossy leather
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Recent Examples of glossy
Outside Richie’s bubble, disco was dying, and the glossy, often carnal stadium pop of the ’80s hadn’t quite arrived.
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New York Times, 28 Apr. 2026
The small, glossy green leaves of rockspray cotoneaster are usually deciduous in Zones 5 and 6, and frequently remain through the winter in Zone 7.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Apr. 2026
Its Peptide-132 Hair Bonding Oil is a lightweight fix that helps strengthen damaged bonds, smooth frizz, temporarily seal split ends, and add glossy shine—without weighing hair down.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 27 Apr. 2026
Her company then put out a glossy launch video promoting its product’s wondrous new features, neglecting to mention that the tech didn’t actually work.
—Theo Baker, The Atlantic, 24 Apr. 2026
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New York Times, 28 Apr. 2026
The small, glossy green leaves of rockspray cotoneaster are usually deciduous in Zones 5 and 6, and frequently remain through the winter in Zone 7.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Apr. 2026
Its Peptide-132 Hair Bonding Oil is a lightweight fix that helps strengthen damaged bonds, smooth frizz, temporarily seal split ends, and add glossy shine—without weighing hair down.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 27 Apr. 2026
Her company then put out a glossy launch video promoting its product’s wondrous new features, neglecting to mention that the tech didn’t actually work.
—Theo Baker, The Atlantic, 24 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for glossy
Adjective
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The result will leave strands looking glossy and polished.—
Diana Tsui,
Footwear News,
3 May 2026
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Poured terrazzo floors and rich hardwood run throughout, punctuated by polished concrete and expert millwork.—
Sara B. Hansen,
Denver Post,
2 May 2026
Adjective
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There is The Portrait’s sleek modern lines with industrial influences.—
Kenneth R. Gosselin,
Hartford Courant,
3 May 2026
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Housed in the sleek, minimalist 40 mm case of its award-winning Streamliner, the piece pairs genuine mechanical ingenuity with a retro refit of one of sneaker culture’s most recognizable innovations.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
2 May 2026
Adjective
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The entry foyer, with its vaulted ceiling and glistening floor, is welcoming and impressive.—
James Alexander,
Hartford Courant,
3 May 2026
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The simple gym room is equipped with an elliptical, a couple treadmills, and weight-lifting systems, all with views of a glistening tributary of the Cubango River that flows through the property.—
Samantha Falewée,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Pop a satin version on top of your usual night-out curls to make the 'do feel glamorous.—
Jasmine Washington,
Seventeen,
18 Jan. 2023
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From satin pillowcases to a hydrating moisturizer, all of these products are on sale for less than $25.—
Isabel Garcia,
Peoplemag,
13 Jan. 2023
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“Glossy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glossy. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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