Matte

/mæt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A shallow tray or standard for a display or a base upon which something is placed.

The artist set the painting on a matte for the exhibition.

A thin layer or coating used to reduce glare or reflection in a displayed image.

He used a matte to frame his artwork that accentuated the colors.

adjective

Having a dull or non-reflective surface.

The walls were painted in a soft, matte finish to reduce glare.

Not shiny or glossy.

She preferred the matte lipstick over the shiny ones.

Lacking brightness or brilliance.

The photograph had a beautiful matte effect that added warmth to the image.

French 'matte', from Latin 'mattus', meaning 'dull' or 'blunt'.

matte finish

a finish that is not shiny or glossy.

matte paint

paint that dries to a flat, non-reflective finish.

gloss

a shiny or reflective surface.

sheen

a soft glow or shine.

luster

the quality of shining by reflecting light.

A term used in makeup to describe a non-shiny finish.

I love this foundation because it leaves a perfect matte look.

Referring to a non-glossy appearance in fashion or design.

That outfit is so sleek and matte, it's really in style right now.