nickel-plated
Shiny metallic finish
Nickel-plated describes something coated with a thin layer of nickel, typically for corrosion resistance or decorative shine: a nickel-plated revolver, nickel-plated bathroom fixtures.
Figuratively, it can suggest something cheap or flashy masquerading as quality—shiny on the surface but lacking substance underneath.
Withstands oxidation and decay
- rust-proofResistant to oxidation
- wear-resistantAble to withstand friction
- hardwearingResistant to damage
- long-lastingPersisting over extended time
protective · weatherproof · sturdy · robust · heavy-duty · scratch-resistant · abrasion-resistant · durable
Electrically depositing metal layers
- galvanizedStimulated into sudden activity
- anodizedCoated via electrolysis
- lacqueredCoated with hard gloss
- enameledCoated with vitreous finish
cladding · phosphated · buffed · polished
Reflecting light smoothly
- lustrousSoftly bright, reflective
- gleamingReflecting light brightly
- polishedSmooth, refined, accomplished
- glossySmooth and shiny
bright · silvery · reflective · sleek · glinting · sparkling · burnished · radiant
Showy, often tastelessly so
- showyExcessively eye-catching
- superficialLacking depth or substance
- veneerDecorative outer layer
- facadeDeceptive outward appearance
pretentious · ostentatious · gaudy · glitzy · hollow · imitation
corrosion-resistant
Withstands oxidation and decay
- rust-proofResistant to oxidation
- wear-resistantAble to withstand friction
- hardwearingResistant to damage
long-lasting · protective · weatherproof · sturdy · robust · heavy-duty · scratch-resistant · abrasion-resistant · durable
electroplating
Electrically depositing metal layers
- galvanizedStimulated into sudden activity
- anodizedCoated via electrolysis
- lacqueredCoated with hard gloss
enameled · cladding · phosphated · buffed · polished
shiny
Reflecting light smoothly
- lustrousSoftly bright, reflective
- gleamingReflecting light brightly
- polishedSmooth, refined, accomplished
glossy · bright · silvery · reflective · sleek · glinting · sparkling · burnished · radiant · glimmering
flashy
Showy, often tastelessly so
- showyExcessively eye-catching
- superficialLacking depth or substance
- veneerDecorative outer layer
facade · pretentious · ostentatious · gaudy · glitzy · hollow · imitation
hardware
Metal goods and fittings
- fixturesPermanently attached equipment
- fittingsAttached functional components
- fastenersDevices joining materials
hinges · doorknobs · faucets · ammunition · casings · instruments · jewelry · coins · buckles · zippers
- finishespainted, polished, varnish, paint, matte silver
nickel-platedsolid
Firm matter state
unplated · through-and-through · bare metal · solid core · homogeneous
plate, plates, nickel, plated, plateful, plating, nickels, replating, replated