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glossy

[/ˈɡlɒsi/ or /ˈɡlɔːsi/]
adjective
brilhante, lustroso, acetinado
1. having a smooth, shiny surface that reflects light
The glossy finish on the car makes it look brand new.
O acabamento brilhante no carro o faz parecer novinho.
2. superficially attractive but lacking depth or substance
The magazine had glossy advertisements but little meaningful content.
A revista tinha anúncios atraentes, mas pouco conteúdo significativo.
3. a magazine printed on glossy paper with high-quality photographs
She reads fashion glossies every month.
Ela lê revistas de moda brilhantes todo mês.
Synonyms
shinylustrouspolishedsleekbright
Antonyms
mattedullflatrough

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
brilhante, lustroso
Standard usage for shiny surfaces
São Paulo
acetinado
Common regional preference for polished appearance
Portugal
brilhante, com brilho
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

glossy magazine - revista brilhante/revista de luxo
glossy finish - acabamento brilhante/lustrado
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