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glossy in French

glossy in French is brillant, luisant — glossy means having a smooth, shiny surface.

glossy in French

brillant
adj
Having a smooth, silk-like, reflective (shiny) surface.
luisant
adj
Having a smooth, silk-like, reflective (shiny) surface.

What does "glossy" mean?

  1. adj Having a smooth, shiny surface.
    "She printed the photos on glossy paper."
  2. adj Attractive on the surface but lacking real substance.
    "The ad campaign was all glossy imagery and no real information."
  3. noun A magazine printed on shiny, high-quality paper, especially about fashion or celebrities.
    "Her interview appeared in one of the glossies this month."

glossy in a sentence

  • She printed the photos on glossy paper.
  • His glossy black hair caught the light.
  • The ad campaign was all glossy imagery and no real information.
  • Her interview appeared in one of the glossies this month.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "glossy" in French?

"glossy" in French is brillant, luisant. glossy means: Having a smooth, shiny surface.

How do you use "glossy" in a sentence?

Example: "She printed the photos on glossy paper." In French, "glossy" is brillant, luisant.

Are there other ways to say "glossy" in French?

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "glossy": brillant, luisant.

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