lusterless

• Bezeichnet etwas, das ohne Glanz, Helligkeit oder Lebendigkeit ist; matt, dumpf oder uninspiriert.

Describes something that lacks shine, brightness, or vitality; dull or uninspired.

1. Lacking shine or brightnessB2formal

   Having a dull or matte appearance, without any sheen or gloss.

   Glanzlos

   • The old coin was lusterless from years of wear.
   • Her hair looked lusterless after too much sun exposure.
   • The paint had become lusterless and faded over time.

   Synonymedimdrabdullflatlacklusterlustrelessmattemutedsubduedunpolished

   Antonymebrightgleamingglossylustrouspolishedshiny

2. Lacking vitality or excitementC1formal

   Dull, uninspired, or lacking energy and brilliance.

   Glanzlos

   • The team gave a lusterless performance in the final match.
   • His speech was lusterless and failed to engage the audience.
   • The novel received criticism for its lusterless prose.

   Synonymecolorlessdrydullflatlacklusterlifelessprosaicspiritlessuninspiredvapid

   Antonymebrilliantdynamicenergeticlivelyradiantsparklingspiritedvibrantvitalvivid