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
Whisk mixture until thick, smooth, and glossy, scraping sides of the saucepan (tip, below).
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Jessica Saari Christensen, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Apr. 2026
Add a splash of the reserved pasta water as needed to loosen and emulsify the sauce until glossy.
—Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 22 Apr. 2026
The formula is glossy and 10-free, so your hands—and feet—are in good hands (and feet).
—Iman Balagam, Vogue, 21 Apr. 2026
The river otter’s thick and glossy fur is valuable, and a century ago, the otters were almost extinct in Missouri.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 21 Apr. 2026
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Jessica Saari Christensen, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Apr. 2026
Add a splash of the reserved pasta water as needed to loosen and emulsify the sauce until glossy.
—Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 22 Apr. 2026
The formula is glossy and 10-free, so your hands—and feet—are in good hands (and feet).
—Iman Balagam, Vogue, 21 Apr. 2026
The river otter’s thick and glossy fur is valuable, and a century ago, the otters were almost extinct in Missouri.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 21 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for glossy
Adjective
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Plenty of Sellers’ struggles could be pinned on offensive play calling and a lack of polished talent around him.—
Nick Baumgardner,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Instead, the designer recommends trying a combination such as polished nickel paired with warm brass or gold.—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
26 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The elevated bamboo design looks sleek in any space, whether used as a writing desk, makeup vanity, or side table, and has earned numerous five-star ratings for its sturdiness, quality, and ease of assembly.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Apr. 2026
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At first glance, this appears to be a standard coffee table with a sleek, mid-century modern design.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
26 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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As the doc’s creation Rocky (John Rivera), usually depicted as a glistening depiction of male beauty, appears here as a non-Adonis — a beefy, WWF-looking contender, in singlet and without a clue.—
Frank Rizzo,
Variety,
24 Apr. 2026
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Its four decks are decorated in sumptuous textiles, glistening marble, and deep colors accented with pops of gold—not to mention many replicas of Klimt’s work.—
Susan B. Barnes,
Travel + Leisure,
23 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 2 May. 2026.
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