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semigloss

semigloss

5.4
A type of paint that dries to a medium shine between glossy and flat
  • noun
  • /ˈsɛmɪˌɡlɔs/
translation icon : semibrillante
  • The living room looks brighter after we painted it with semigloss paint.
  • semigloss paint
  • semigloss finish
  • semigloss latex

Examples

  • I prefer using semigloss paint for my kitchen.

  • The trim was finished with a semigloss to provide a subtle sheen without being too reflective.

  • Many people prefer semigloss for bathrooms because it resists moisture and wipes clean easily.

  • They decided to use a semigloss paint for the kitchen walls to make it easy to clean.

  • The walls are painted with semigloss to reflect light.

  • For a sleek finish, choose a semigloss option for the kitchen cabinets.

  • He decided to use semigloss paint to highlight the architectural details in the room.

Synonyms

satin
vssemigloss
3 2.7

A smooth paint finish that gives a soft, low shine

has a slightly higher moderate sheen between glossy and flat

Antonyms

flat
797 1.0

Level and even without parts higher or lower

matte
2 3.5

Not shiny and showing little reflection

How Glossy

glossy
34 2.6
semigloss
5.4
flat
297 4.4

Surface Forms

semigloss singular
semiglosses plural

Morphology

semigloss = gloss (transparent) = semi + gloss

The meaning is directly compositional: 'semi-' means partly or moderately, and 'gloss' refers to shine or sheen.

Etymology

Semigloss comes from semi- meaning 'half' or 'partly' and gloss meaning 'shine', like in the word glossy. So a semigloss paint is partly shiny, between glossy and flat, which is why it cleans easily but is not too bright.