burnished

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. verb polish and make shiny
  2. adjective made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow

Synonyms

buff, burnish, furbish

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