Definition of GLOSSY

glossy

Meanings

Plural: glossies

Noun

  • a magazine printed on good quality paper
  • a photograph that is printed on smooth shiny paper
  • A glossy magazine.
  • A glossy photograph.
  • A film depicting people with glamorous lifestyles.

Adjective Satellite

  • (of paper and fabric and leather) having a surface made smooth and glossy especially by pressing between rollers
    • "glossy paper"
  • reflecting light
    • "the horse's glossy coat"
  • superficially attractive and stylish; suggesting wealth or expense
    • "a glossy TV series"

Adj

  • Having a smooth, silk-like, reflective (shiny) surface.
  • Attention-grabbing and superficially attractive.

Origin / Etymology

From gloss + -y.

Scrabble Score: 10

glossy is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
glossy is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
glossy is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 11

glossy is a valid Words With Friends word