Buffed and Matte

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Buffed adjective - Having a shiny surface or finish.

Usage example: a beautiful, buffed antique table

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Matte is an antonym for buffed.

Nearby Words: buff, buffer, buffing

Matte adjective - Lacking a surface luster or gloss.

Usage example: I chose a paint with a matte finish so the walls wouldn't be too shiny

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Buffed is an antonym for matte.

Nearby Words: mat, matted, matting, matt, mattery

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