made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow; 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

[ Syn: bright , burnished , shining , shiny ]

brilliant; set a lustrous example for others to follow; lustrous actors of the time'

reflecting light; glistening bodies of swimmers; the horses glossy coat; lustrous auburn hair; saw the moon like a shiny dime on a deep blue velvet carpet; shining white enamel

[ Syn: glistening , glossy , sheeny , shiny , shining ]