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Glassy Definition & Meaning

glassy
adjective
  1. resembling glass in smoothness and shininess and slickness; "the glassy surface of the lake"; "the pavement was...glassy with water"- Willa Cather
  2. (used of eyes) lacking liveliness; "empty eyes"; "a glassy stare"; "his eyes were glazed over with boredom"
  3. (of ceramics) having the surface made shiny and nonporous by fusing a vitreous solution to it; "glazed pottery"; "glassy porcelain"; "hard vitreous china used for plumbing fixtures"

"Glassy" in song lyrics

See how glassy is used in real songs:

  • "Two prones trailing, and the fleet looking glassy"
    Boss Hogg Outlawz — Back to Front
  • "Candy red paint, and my 4's look glassy"
    Lil' O — Flow 1
  • "I'm so shiny, foes so glassy"
    Mike Jones — Swagger Right

Usage tips for "glassy"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "glassy" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for glassy to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does glassy mean?
resembling glass in smoothness and shininess and slickness; "the glassy surface of the lake"; "the pavement was...glassy with water"- Willa Cather (used of eyes) lacking liveliness; "empty eyes"; "a glassy stare"; "his eyes were glazed over with boredom" (of ceramics) having the surface made shiny and nonporous by fusing a vitreous solution to it; "glazed pottery"; "glassy porcelain"; "hard vitreous china used for plumbing fixtures"
What part of speech is glassy?
Glassy is an adjective.
How many definitions does glassy have?
Glassy has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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