glanzlos

lustreless, dull

adjective GLANTS-los Rare

Also means

lacklustre

Usage Note

Glanzlos describes hair, surfaces, or performances that lack shine or brilliance. It is often used figuratively for an unremarkable, uninspired showing (eine glanzlose Leistung).

Examples

"Das glanzlose Haar deutete auf Nährstoffmangel hin."

Natural Translation

The dull, lustreless hair suggested a nutritional deficiency.

Literal Translation

The lustreless hair pointed to nutrient-deficiency.

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