Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
burnished
Adjective
/ˈbɜrnɪʃt/
Definition
smooth and shiny, achieved by polishing.
Examples
- The burnished surface of the gold reflected the light beautifully.
- Her burnished silver jewelry sparkled in the sunlight.
- After hours of polishing, the furniture was burnished to perfection.
Meaning
To burnish something means to make it shiny and smooth through rubbing or polishing.
Synonyms
- Polished
- Shiny
- Lustrous
- Glossy
- Sleek
