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Synonyms of glossy

17 similar words · 5 opposite words

Another word for glossy is sleek. Other synonyms of glossy are satiny, glacé and sheeny.

Synonyms and similar words for glossy

adjectiveHaving a smooth, silklike, reflective (shiny) surface.

lacquerlikeResembling lacquer.
satinyLike satin, smooth and shiny, glossy.
sleekGlossy.

adjectiveAttention-grabbing and superficially attractive.

eye-catchingThat attracts the attention; attention-grabbing.
flashyShowy; visually impressive, attention-getting, or appealing.
prominentLikely to attract attention from its size or position; conspicuous.
attention-grabbingAttracting notice and attention, or prone to doing so.
conspicuous
grabbyAttention-grabbing; striking, stimulating.
high-profileImportant or well publicized.
salientProminent; conspicuous.

adjectiveMore synonyms

glacéHaving a glossy surface.
glassy
sheenyHaving a sheen; glossy.
slickered
splendentShining; glossy; lustrous.
vitreous

Opposite of glossy

adjectiveHaving a smooth, silklike, reflective (shiny) surface.

flatWithout variation in tone or hue (uniform), and dull (not glossy).
matteDull; not reflective of light.

adjectiveMore antonyms

glosslessLacking gloss (a shiny surface).
speckled
specklySpeckled; marked with speckles.

Meaning of glossy

adjective Having a smooth, silklike, reflective (shiny) surface.
adjective Attention-grabbing and superficially attractive.
noun A glossy magazine.

Full definition of glossy

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Questions about synonyms of glossy

What is another word for glossy?: Glossy has 17 synonyms on Word.ws, such as sleek, satiny, glacé and sheeny.
What is the opposite of glossy?: The opposite of glossy is matte. Other antonyms of glossy are flat, glossless, speckled and speckly.
What does glossy mean?: Glossy means having a smooth, silklike, reflective (shiny) surface.

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Last updated: 2026-09-02

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