Definition

The condition of having a shiny, smooth surface that looks like glass.

Example

The glassiness of the lake made it look like a mirror.

Conversation

Have you noticed the glassiness in the lake lately?

Yeah, it looks almost unreal, like a mirror!

I wonder if the weather has something to do with that glassiness.

Definitely! It makes for some gorgeous photos.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Glassiness → It is formed from "glass" (from Old English *glæs*, meaning a transparent substance) and "-iness" (meaning the quality of being). The word "glassiness" refers to the quality of being like glass, often implying a shiny or reflective surface.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'glass' which describes a transparent material, and remember that 'glassiness' means the quality of being like glass, often shiny or reflective.

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