glassy
3 synonyms and 1 antonym for glassy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Smooth and shiny, like glass.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
vitrified
vitreous
Antonyms
How to use glassy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
glassy eyes
glassy surface
glassy stare
Etymology
From Middle English glasy, formed from glass plus the adjective suffix -y.
Full origin of glassy →Frequently asked questions
What does “glassy” mean?
The word “glassy” means smooth and shiny, like glass. In plain terms, either smooth and shiny like glass, or (for eyes) blank and lifeless.
How do you pronounce “glassy”?
“Glassy” is pronounced GLAH-see (/ˈɡlæsi/ in IPA).
How do you use “glassy” in a sentence?
Here is “glassy” used in a sentence: “The lake was glassy and still at dawn.”
What part of speech is “glassy”?
“Glassy” is an adjective.
Where does the word “glassy” come from?
The word “glassy” comes from Middle English. From Middle English glasy, formed from glass plus the adjective suffix -y.
How many meanings does “glassy” have?
“Glassy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: smooth and shiny, like glass.
