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How does the adjective glossy differ from other similar words?

The words sleek and slick are common synonyms of glossy. While all three words mean "having a smooth bright surface or appearance," glossy suggests a highly reflective surface.

photographs having a glossy finish

When could sleek be used to replace glossy?

The synonyms sleek and glossy are sometimes interchangeable, but sleek suggests a smoothness or brightness resulting from attentive grooming or physical conditioning.

a sleek racehorse

When can slick be used instead of glossy?

The words slick and glossy can be used in similar contexts, but slick suggests extreme smoothness that results in a slippery surface.

slipped and fell on the slick floor

Examples of glossy in a Sentence

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Recent Examples on the Web Elsewhere, the kitchen is equipped with a center island, stainless-steel appliances, and glossy white lacquer cabinets. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 29 Oct. 2024 The glossy effect has a polished, modern look for versatile styling. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 29 Oct. 2024 Soaring ceilings and glossy wood floors trail the home, leading to grand entertaining areas such as the formal living and dining rooms. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 19 Oct. 2024 From big-budget period pieces to quirky indie gems, from glossy period pieces to gritty urban drama, the offerings this year are broad and deep. Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for glossy 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for glossy
Adjective
  • There, Obama opted for polished power suiting, wearing a custom Atelier Versace look.
    Violet Goldstone, WWD, 25 Oct. 2024
  • The heavenly supporting cast includes John Lithgow, Stanley Tucci and Isabella Rossellini Comments Conclave, a marvelously entertaining film about a papal election, is something of a miracle, an immaculately polished production that satisfies on just about every level.
    Tom Gliatto, People.com, 24 Oct. 2024
Adjective
  • KitchenAid has also ventured into the air fryer oven corner of the kitchen gadget space with this sleek countertop model that can bake, broil, reheat, roast, toast, and more.
    Tiffany Hopkins, Bon Appétit, 4 Nov. 2024
  • The former Pussycat Doll wore her dark tresses in a sleek updo, while her makeup consisted of rosy blush and winged eyeliner.
    Hannah Malach, WWD, 4 Nov. 2024
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  • Pop a satin version on top of your usual night-out curls to make the 'do feel glamorous.
    Jasmine Washington, Seventeen, 18 Jan. 2023
  • From satin pillowcases to a hydrating moisturizer, all of these products are on sale for less than $25.
    Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 13 Jan. 2023

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“Glossy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glossy. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.

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