Semigloss

B2 16+

Pronunciation: /ˈsɛmiglɔs/

Definitions of semigloss

noun a type of paint or finish that has a slight shine or gloss

Example Sentences

A1 I like the semigloss finish on my new furniture.

A2 The walls in the living room are painted with semigloss paint.

B1 The semigloss sheen on the cabinets gives them a modern look.

B2 He prefers semigloss paint for its durability and easy maintenance.

C1 The artist used semigloss varnish to protect and enhance the colors of the painting.

C2 The semigloss finish on the hardwood floors adds a touch of elegance to the room.

adjective describing something that has a slight shine or gloss

Example Sentences

A1 The walls of the room were painted with semigloss paint.

A2 She preferred the semigloss finish for her furniture because it was easy to clean.

B1 The semigloss tiles in the bathroom added a touch of elegance to the space.

B2 The semigloss sheen of the hardwood floors gave the room a polished look.

C1 The semigloss varnish on the antique table brought out the beauty of the wood grain.

C2 The semigloss finish on the car made it shine like new.

Examples of semigloss in a Sentence

formal The painter recommended using semigloss paint for the trim in the living room.

informal I like the look of semigloss paint on my kitchen cabinets.

slang I heard that semigloss is the way to go for a sleek finish.

figurative Her smile had a semigloss quality to it, shining brightly in the sunlight.

Grammatical Forms of semigloss

past tense

semiglossed

plural

semiglosses

comparative

more semigloss

superlative

most semigloss

present tense

semiglosses

future tense

will semigloss

perfect tense

have semiglossed

continuous tense

is semiglossing

singular

semigloss

positive degree

semigloss

infinitive

to semigloss

gerund

semiglossing

participle

semiglossed

Origin and Evolution of semigloss

First Known Use: 1931 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The word 'semigloss' originated from the combination of the prefix 'semi-' meaning half or partly, and the word 'gloss' referring to a shiny or lustrous finish.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in the context of describing a paint finish that is between matte and high gloss, the term 'semigloss' has since been adopted in various industries to describe surfaces with a moderate level of shine or sheen.