the state or quality of shining by reflecting light; glitter, sparkle, sheen, or gloss

the luster of satin.

a substance, as a coating or polish, used to impart sheen or gloss.

radiant or luminous brightness; brilliance; radiance.

radiance of beauty, excellence, merit, distinction, or glory

achievements that add luster to one's name.

a shining object, esp. one used for decoration, as a cut-glass pendant or ornament.

a chandelier, candleholder, etc., ornamented with cut-glass pendants.

any natural or synthetic fabric with a lustrous finish.

Also called metallic luster. an iridescent metallic film produced on the surface of a ceramic glaze.

Mineralogy . the nature of a mineral surface with respect to its reflective qualities

greasy luster.

to finish (fur, cloth, pottery, etc.) with a luster or gloss.

to be or become lustrous.

adjective

dim , flat , lackluster , mat , arid , aseptic , colorless , drab , dry , earthbound , flavorless , lifeless , matter-of-fact , pedestrian , prosaic , spiritless , sterile , stodgy , unimaginative , uninspired , dead , dull , faded , gloomy , tarnished , wan