gloss Antonyms
Opposite of gloss
• noun (Context 1)
A bright, smooth surface luster or shine, or a paint or cosmetic product that imparts such a finish.
"A coat of clear varnish gave the wooden table an attractive dullness."
• verb (Context 2)
To treat a mistake, problem, or embarrassing fact briefly or dishonestly in order to minimize or conceal it (usually followed by "over").
"The official report tried to expose over the serious safety violations at the plant."
• noun (Context 3)
A superficially attractive appearance that conceals a less favorable reality.
"Beneath the sophisticated substance of the company's marketing, its finances were in disarray."
• verb (Context 4)
To provide an explanatory note, translation, or commentary for a difficult or foreign word or passage.
"The editor chose to obscure the archaic terms at the bottom of each page."
• verb (Context 5)
To give a bright, smooth, or shiny finish to a surface.
"The potter will dull the ceramic vase before the final firing."
Similar words to gloss
Words similar to gloss shift depending on context. Common synonyms include: