lustre
Translation
luster, sheen, prestige, gloss
Examples
The old silverware has lost its lustre.
The old silverware has lost its luster.
The victory added lustre to his career.
The victory added luster to his career.
Grammar Patterns
the luster of ((sth.)) the shine or prestige of something The luster of the silk was amazing.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sheen, gloss, brilliance, prestige; Antonyms: dullness, tarnish
Etymology
From Latin 'lustrare', meaning 'to illuminate'. It refers to the quality that makes something shine.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'luster' on a pearl or the 'luster' of a great achievement. The US spelling is '-er'.