Lustrous: meaning, definitions and examples

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lustrous	used to describe something that has a natural, soft glow or shine, often used for hair, fabric, or eyes. She has lustrous black hair The artist used lustrous silk in her latest gown
shiny	a general term for something that reflects light. It can apply to metals, plastics, or even certain types of clothing. He wore a shiny new jacket The car's shiny hood reflected the clouds above
glossy	conveys a shiny, smooth surface, typically referring to photos, magazines, pages, or finished surfaces. He admired the glossy cover of the new magazine The tabletop had a glossy finish
radiant	describes something that emits light or energy, often used for the sun, lights, or people who appear exceptionally happy or beautiful. She looked radiant in her wedding dress The sun was radiant in the afternoon sky
gleaming	implies a clean, bright shine, often associated with surfaces that reflect light. Commonly used for teeth, metal, or floors. The knight's armor was gleaming in the sunlight Her smile revealed gleaming white teeth
polished	indicates a surface that has been made smooth and shiny, usually through deliberate effort like cleaning or buffing. Often used for objects like shoes, floors, or stones. His shoes were always polished to perfection She polished the silverware until it shone

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