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as in luminous
giving off or reflecting much light
the lustrous finish on the satin bedspread adds to the feeling of luxury
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as in polished
having a shiny surface or finish
lustrous silver jewelry adorned her neck
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Recent Examples of lustrous
The lustrous attire brought sparkle to a carpet that was also full of colors, from pale pink Dior (on Anya Taylor-Joy); to navy Carolina Herrera (on Kate Hudson); to red Dolce & Gabbana (on Dakota Fanning).
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The Styles Desk, New York Times, 6 Jan. 2025
After leaving it on for two to three minutes, rinse it off, and voila—balanced color and a lustrous sheen.
—Jenny Berg, Allure, 31 Dec. 2024
Fashion-forward, contemporary brand Ganni has leaned into lustrous finishes this season with some seriously chic results.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 23 Dec. 2024
The lucky few who have sampled the spirit speak of an ethereal balance of spice and sweet; supernatural swirls of maple syrup and port wine, which slowly evolve into lustrous tendrils of cinnamon and clove.
—Brad Japhe, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024
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The Styles Desk, New York Times, 6 Jan. 2025
After leaving it on for two to three minutes, rinse it off, and voila—balanced color and a lustrous sheen.
—Jenny Berg, Allure, 31 Dec. 2024
Fashion-forward, contemporary brand Ganni has leaned into lustrous finishes this season with some seriously chic results.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 23 Dec. 2024
The lucky few who have sampled the spirit speak of an ethereal balance of spice and sweet; supernatural swirls of maple syrup and port wine, which slowly evolve into lustrous tendrils of cinnamon and clove.
—Brad Japhe, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lustrous
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Key Ingredients: Shea butter, avocado oil, orange peel wax Finish: Available in luminous or natural finishes Shades: 12 How to apply: Ilia keeps matters simple with its multi-stick: swipe, blend, and go.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
27 Feb. 2025
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But in Ravel’s solo works, which across decades of composition contain both the evocative broad strokes of impressionism and the luminous specificity of pointillism, his approach can have mixed results.—
Joshua Barone,
New York Times,
21 Feb. 2025
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Tongue-and-groove construction makes for easy installation on site and a polished look when finished.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 Mar. 2025
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Their joggers, tops, and shorts offer a relaxed fit while maintaining a polished look—ideal for everything from yoga to post-workout coffee runs.—
Julie Loffredi,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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The show spotlights Markle whipping up treats for her friends in a dazzling kitchen, setting up picnics in a verdant garden, and evening coordinating a gorgeous afternoon tea for Mindy Kaling.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Mar. 2025
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Top 5 Women: Ariana Grande and Schiaparelli Win Big Five dazzling actresses and zero surprises topped the list of women seen at the Oscars 2025.—
Laurie Brookins,
The Hollywood Reporter,
7 Mar. 2025
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Sure, the Currys should get another stab at it on Monday, when the Warriors make their annual trek to Charlotte and Steph Curry’s yearly shining moment in uptown takes place.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Feb. 2025
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Ben Franklin, with his range of knowledge from political science to publishing to ocean currents, is another shining example.—
Joe McKendrick,
Forbes,
20 Jan. 2025
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Her makeup included a bold smokey eye and a glossy lip.—
WWD Staff,
WWD,
6 Mar. 2025
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Think glossy lips, rosy cheeks, and minimal foundation so that your freckles show through.—
Erika W. Smith,
Vogue,
6 Mar. 2025
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Getty Images Getty Images Just as glowing as Anderson herself is the actor's gratitude for this moment in her career.—
Marci Robin,
Allure,
24 Feb. 2025
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Also 6-foot-1, Turner did not come along with as glowing credentials.—
Chuck Murr,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
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So go ahead—invest in a Noguchi lamp, a sleek wooden table, earthy vases and some wabi-sabi pottery.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
26 Feb. 2025
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Munn kept her hair classic with her dark tresses pulled into a sleek low ponytail.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
26 Feb. 2025
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Too many businesses derailed because they weren’t focused on their core strengths, trying to go down paths that made no sense just to impress investors or chase a shiny new thing.—
Damon Stafford,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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The matte alligator Venere bag with a concave top was hand-painted to achieve a shiny, shimmering effect, while the top-handle Perla, a squarish bucket-like bag, came in rich hues, including dark brown and ruby red.—
Stephen Garner,
WWD,
3 Mar. 2025
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“Lustrous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lustrous. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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