glossary

/ˈɡlɒsəri/

Definitions

1. noun

A collection of terms and their definitions in a particular field or subject, often used as a reference guide.

“The professor provided the students with a glossary of key terms from the chapter they were reading.”

2. verb

To explain or define (a term or concept) in a particular way.

“The editor glossed over the complex technical details to make the article more accessible to a general audience.”

3. verb

To make something appear more attractive or appealing, often by adding a superficial or deceptive layer.

“The politician glossed over the economic crisis during the campaign, but the reality was much more severe.”

Synonyms

  • dictionary
  • vocabulary

Antonyms

  • confusion
  • obfuscation