Synonyms for

Matte

Verb / mæt / Another word for matte — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Matte refers to a dull or non-glossy finish.

Synonyms & similar words

flat matted feltup matt mat matteup felt mattup flatness lusterlessness lustrelessness matup dull non-glossy flat unpolished lusterless mat muted subdued faint dim soft mellow low-key restrained subtle moderate neutral toned-down understated muted

Synonyms by register

Formal

dull non-reflective unpolished

Informal

flat not shiny

Literary

subdued understated

Antonyms

glossy shiny lustrous polished gleaming bright reflective

Common collocations

  • matte finish
  • matte surface
  • matte paint
  • matte screen
  • matte black
  • matte effect
  • matte texture

Word family

noun matte
adjective matte

Usage note

Primarily used as an adjective to describe a surface that lacks shine or reflection. Can also be used as a noun to refer to such a surface or finish.

Example sentences

  1. Her new phone has a matte finish instead of a glossy one.
  2. The matte painting of the scenery looked realistic in the movie.
  3. The artist used a matte varnish to give the painting a non-reflective finish.
  4. The matte texture of the fabric made it perfect for her project.
  5. The matte lipstick gave her a natural look.

Quotes

  • The world is a matte painting, and I am the figure in the foreground. - J.D. Salinger
  • I'm a high-gloss, matte finish type of girl. - Lady Gaga
  • Every time I think I'm getting a handle on something, life changes again. I'm a bit of a matte-black person, and sudden changes in my world tend to rub the gloss right off. - Jodi Picoult

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