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GLOSSY

(noun, adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Glossy.

How to pronounce glossy:

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Glossy - as a noun

A magazine printed on good quality paper

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
slick11slick magazine

A photograph that is printed on smooth shiny paper

Glossy - as an adjective satellite

Based on pretense; deceptively pleasing

Example: "The gilded and perfumed but inwardly rotten nobility"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gilded9meretricious16specious12

(of paper and fabric and leather) having a surface made smooth and shiny especially by pressing between rollers

Example: "Calendered paper"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
calendered14

Reflecting light

Example: "Glistening bodies of swimmers"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
glistening12lustrous8sheeny12shining11shiny11

Superficially attractive and stylish; suggesting wealth or expense

Example: "A glossy tv series"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
showy14

Glossy - as an adjective

Having a smooth, silk-like, reflective surface.

Example Sentences

"I just bought a new pair of glossy shoes."
"Her glossy hair shimmered in the sunlight."
"The magazine had glossy pages filled with beautiful photos."
"The car's glossy finish reflected the city lights."
"I love the look of glossy lips."
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Word Game Points

Is GLOSSY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, glossy is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

GLOSSY has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is GLOSSY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, glossy is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
GLOSSY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is GLOSSY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, glossy is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
GLOSSY has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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