luster

Definition

The ability or condition of shining with reflected light; sheen, gleam, gloss, sparkle, shine, etc.

Etymology

From Middle French lustre, from Old Italian lustro, from Old Italian lustrare (“brighten”), from Latin lūstrō (“to purify, to brighten”), from Latin lūstrum (“purification ritual”).

Example Sentences

• "metallic luster"
• "pearly luster"
• "the diamond’s luster"

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