Glossy: meaning, definitions and examples
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glossy
[ ˈɡlɒsi ]
shiny
Having a smooth, shiny, reflective surface. Glossy surfaces are often smooth and sleek, reflecting light in a way that makes them appear shiny.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The car had a glossy finish that sparkled in the sunlight.
- Her glossy hair caught the attention of everyone in the room.
magazine
A magazine printed on shiny, coated paper with high-quality images and articles. Glossy magazines are often associated with fashion, lifestyle, and celebrity gossip.
Synonyms
magazine, periodical, publication
Examples of usage
- She enjoyed flipping through glossy magazines to keep up with the latest trends.
- The glossy featured a spread on the upcoming fashion trends.
Translations
Translations of the word "glossy" in other languages:
🇵🇹 brilhante
🇮🇳 चमकदार
🇩🇪 glänzend
🇮🇩 mengkilap
🇺🇦 глянцевий
🇵🇱 błyszczący
🇯🇵 光沢のある
🇫🇷 brillant
🇪🇸 brillante
🇹🇷 parlak
🇰🇷 빛나는
🇸🇦 لامع
🇨🇿 lesklý
🇸🇰 lesklý
🇨🇳 光滑的
🇸🇮 sijajen
🇮🇸 gljáandi
🇰🇿 жылтыр
🇬🇪 ბრწყინვალე
🇦🇿 parlaq
🇲🇽 brillante
Word origin
The word 'glossy' originated from the Middle English word 'glos', meaning 'brightness' or 'splendor'. It first appeared in the 14th century to describe a shiny or reflective surface. Over time, 'glossy' evolved to also refer to high-quality magazines printed on glossy paper, known for their vibrant images and content.
See also: gloss, glossary, glossier, glossiness.