Pronunciation: /ˈlʌstər/
noun a gentle sheen or soft glow, especially that of a partly reflective surface
A1 The shiny gold ring had a beautiful luster.
A2 The luster of the polished silverware caught everyone's eye.
B1 The artist used a special technique to enhance the luster of the painting.
B2 The expensive car's luster was maintained with regular waxing and polishing.
C1 The diamond necklace sparkled with an unmatched luster under the lights.
C2 The rare gemstone's luster was so intense that it seemed to glow from within.
verb none
A1 The shiny new car lustered in the sunlight.
A2 She carefully cleaned and polished the silverware to make it luster.
B1 The jewelry store uses special cloths to luster up the diamonds on display.
B2 The antique vase lustered beautifully after being expertly restored.
C1 The artist used a special technique to make the painting luster with vibrant colors.
C2 The actress's performance on stage lustered with emotion and depth.
adjective lustrous - having a gentle sheen or soft glow
A1 The luster of the diamond ring caught her eye.
A2 The luster of the polished silverware shone in the candlelight.
B1 The luster of the new car was evident as it sparkled in the sun.
B2 The luster of the freshly painted walls made the room feel brighter.
C1 The luster of the prestigious award added to his already impressive resume.
C2 The luster of her performance on stage was undeniable, captivating the audience.
formal The diamond's luster was truly breathtaking under the bright lights.
informal Wow, that car has a lot of luster to it!
slang Her new shoes have so much luster, they're really shiny!
figurative Despite facing many challenges, his determination never lost its luster.
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