glossy
glossy Lexical Profile
glossy Game Scores & Validity
• adjective
Smooth and shiny, reflecting light evenly.
"The magazine was printed on thick, glossy paper that made the photographs stand out."
Superficially attractive and stylish, often suggesting a lack of depth or substance.
"The company produced a glossy brochure to attract investors, though its financial records remained questionable."
• noun
A magazine printed on shiny, high-quality paper, typically featuring fashion, celebrities, or lifestyle topics.
"She flipped through a stack of fashion glossies while waiting for her appointment."
A photograph printed on smooth, shiny paper, especially one used for publicity.
"The aspiring actor sent out dozens of autographed glossies to casting directors."
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Word Origin & Etymology
First recorded in the late 16th century, derived from the noun 'gloss' (meaning a superficial luster) plus the adjective suffix '-y'. The root 'gloss' is likely of Scandinavian origin, related to Icelandic 'glossi' (a spark or blaze).