variants
also mat
or matt
as in dulled
lacking a surface luster or gloss
I chose a paint with a matte finish so the walls wouldn't be too shiny
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Recent Examples of matte
This specific limited edition is crafted from shiny and matte burgundy porosus crocodile (estimate: $33,400-$40,100).
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Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 20 Sep. 2024
Red velvet makeup sees the classic red lip get a modern makeover with luxe matte or semi-matte formulas that add cosy dimension and glam opulence to makeup.
—Elle Turner, Glamour, 20 Nov. 2023
And Haus Labs by Lady Gaga's Optic Intensity Eco Gel Eyeliner Pencil in Black Onyx will coat the bottom lash line with an ultra-matte and smooth finish.
—Chelsea Avila, Allure, 24 Feb. 2023
The liquid lipstick has a semi-matte finish and is available in 13 super-saturated shades that won't bleed, thanks to its patented curved applicator that ensures the ultimate precision.
—Jennifer Ford, Forbes, 21 May 2021
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Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 20 Sep. 2024
Red velvet makeup sees the classic red lip get a modern makeover with luxe matte or semi-matte formulas that add cosy dimension and glam opulence to makeup.
—Elle Turner, Glamour, 20 Nov. 2023
And Haus Labs by Lady Gaga's Optic Intensity Eco Gel Eyeliner Pencil in Black Onyx will coat the bottom lash line with an ultra-matte and smooth finish.
—Chelsea Avila, Allure, 24 Feb. 2023
The liquid lipstick has a semi-matte finish and is available in 13 super-saturated shades that won't bleed, thanks to its patented curved applicator that ensures the ultimate precision.
—Jennifer Ford, Forbes, 21 May 2021
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for matte
Adjective
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Since the start of December, the Dow is down 2%, while the S&P 500 is effectively flat.—
Rob Wile,
NBC News,
20 Feb. 2025
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The White Sox will actually pay you to come to games, while Bulls tickets have been pretty flat lately, but still very expensive.—
Jon Greenberg,
The Athletic,
20 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Preview Robert De Niro's Netflix thriller 'Zero Day' is a starry but dull dud: Review Patrick Schwarzenegger is 'White Lotus' Season 3 breakout, and dad Arnold is pumped Donnie Wahlberg is heading to 'Blue Bloods' Boston spinoff Ralph Macchio and William Zabka were 'Karate Kid' rivals.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA TODAY,
25 Feb. 2025
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This portable, rollerball serum can be used twice a day on dull, uneven, and post-blemish skin.—
Iman Balagam,
Vogue,
24 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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A couple driving on Evansville Avenue in Meriden around 11 a.m. on Saturday reportedly spotted something grey in a pile of snow just past the Markham Airport on the north side of the road next to the large field of solar panels.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
17 Feb. 2025
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On Dishwasher-Safe Items There are obvious no-nos, such as electronic kitchen gear, but Bovard says that there are other products that have grey areas.—
Nicole Letts,
Southern Living,
16 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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In the dim glow of his study, Michael leaned back in his chair, the hum of his laptop the only sound breaking the silence.—
Chad Angle,
Forbes,
18 Feb. 2025
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From there, the violence piles up and draw us into a timeless tale about Caroline’s confrontational but dim and conflicted son Jack (Barry Keoghan).—
Randy Myers,
The Mercury News,
6 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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But doctors have begun to suspect that this year's flu season—the most severe in over 15 years—has taken a yet darker turn for children.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
27 Feb. 2025
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Master of maturation Andrea Wilson adds her own tasting notes, describing baking spice, dark fruit, toffee, fragrant citrus, and floral notes on the palate, followed by a round, complex finish.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
27 Feb. 2025
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“Matte.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/matte. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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