Definition of glossy

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  • glossy is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 10
  • glossy is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 10
  • glossy is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 11

Definition of glossy

  • reflecting light (adjective)

    Examples

    1. the horse's glossy coat

    Synonyms

    1. glistening
    2. lustrous
    3. sheeny
    4. shining
    5. shiny
  • based on pretense; deceptively pleasing (adjective)

    Synonyms

    1. gilded
    2. meretricious
    3. specious
  • superficially attractive and stylish; suggesting wealth or expense (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a glossy TV series

    Synonyms

    1. showy
  • (of paper and fabric and leather) having a surface made smooth and shiny especially by pressing between rollers (adjective)

    Examples

    1. glossy paper

    Synonyms

    1. calendered
  • a magazine printed on good quality paper (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. slick
    2. slick magazine
  • a photograph that is printed on smooth shiny paper (noun)

See definition of glossy in Merriam Webster