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lustrous

lustrous

lustrous - Dictionary definition and meaning for word lustrous

Definition
(adj) made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow
Synonyms : bright , burnished , shining , shiny
Example Sentence
  • bright silver candlesticks
  • a burnished brass knocker
  • she brushed her hair until it fell in lustrous auburn waves
  • rows of shining glasses
  • shiny black patents

Definition
(adj) brilliant
Example Sentence
  • set a lustrous example for others to follow
  • lustrous actors of the time

Definition
(adj) reflecting light
Synonyms : glistening , glossy , sheeny , shining , shiny
Example Sentence
  • glistening bodies of swimmers
  • the horse's glossy coat
  • lustrous auburn hair
  • saw the moon like a shiny dime on a deep blue velvet carpet
  • shining white enamel

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for lustrous

illustrate -> lustrous : hair illustration after using shampoo
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