semigloss

[ sem-ee-glos, -glaws, sem-ahy- ]

adjective

1. (of paint or a painted surface) having a moderate, satiny luster; having or producing a sheen that is neither flat nor highly glossy.

noun

1. a paint that has or produces a moderate, satiny sheen.

Word History and Origins

Origin of semigloss¹

First recorded in 1935–40; semi- + gloss ¹

Example Sentences

No matter what texture is applied, it’s only going to survive if the ceiling is grease-free and the semigloss paint is sanded.

From Seattle Times

Pro tips: Use an eggshell or semigloss finish, with glossy on the trims, especially if you have children.

From Seattle Times

For millwork, paint the trim white using a semigloss finish to make the room feel brighter.

From Seattle Times

The semigloss, heavyweight paper that the map is printed on feels good to the touch, more down-to-earth than satellite-based GPS.

From Washington Post

Thanks to our collective refusal to listen to facts, paint department managers across the country aren’t talking about eggshell, semigloss, sanding or chemically stripping so much right now.

From Washington Post