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lustre
nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/ˈluʃtɾɨ/lus·tre
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A gentle sheen or soft glow, especially that of a partly reflective surface.
Usage examples
“The pearl had a beautiful, soft lustre.”
“The polish restored the lustre to the old furniture.”
Common combinations
the lustre of silkmetallic lustrelose its lustre
2
Glory, distinction, or splendour.
Usage examples
“His achievements added lustre to the institution.”
“The event was attended by people of great lustre.”
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Common combinations
social lustreadd lustre to
3
Glory, distinction, or splendour.
Usage examples
“His achievements added lustre to the institution's reputation.”
“She was a scientist of great lustre.”
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Common combinations
add lustre toperson of lustre