Definitions
There are 8 meanings of the word
Gloss.
How to pronounce gloss:
US
Gloss - as a noun
An alphabetical list of technical terms in some specialized field of knowledge; usually published as an appendix to a text on that field
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
glossaryThe property of being smooth and shiny
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
burnishglossinesspolishHypernyms (Closely Related)
smoothnesseffulgenceradianceradiancyrefulgencerefulgencyshineHyponyms (Broadly Related)
An outward or token appearance or form that is deliberately misleading
Example: "He hoped his claims would have a semblance of authenticity"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
colorcoloursemblanceHypernyms (Closely Related)
appearancevisual aspectHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"She applied a layer of gloss to her lips."
"The magazine had a shiny gloss on its cover."
"The painter used a clear gloss to protect the painting."
"The car's body had a smooth gloss after it was waxed."
"I love the glossy look of ceramic tiles with a high gloss finish."
Word Game Points
Is GLOSS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, gloss is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
GLOSS has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.
Is GLOSS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, gloss is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordGLOSS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.
Is GLOSS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, gloss is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordGLOSS has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.
