1. made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow;
"bright silver candlesticks""a burnished brass knocker""she brushed her hair until it fell in lustrous auburn waves""rows of shining glasses""shiny black patents"
2. brilliant;
"set a lustrous example for others to follow""lustrous actors of the time"
3. reflecting light;
"glistening bodies of swimmers""the horse's glossy coat""lustrous auburn hair""saw the moon like a shiny dime on a deep blue velvet carpet""shining white enamel"