matte
adj. B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈmæt// UK //mˈæt// mat·te
adj. having a dull surface that does not reflect light. You use this to describe paint, photos, or makeup that is not shiny.
adj. lacking a glossy or reflective finish; having a dull or flat surface. Often used to describe finishes in photography, industrial design, and cosmetics.
I prefer a matte finish for my wedding photos.
The designer chose a matte black paint for the car to give it a modern, understated look.
While glossy screens offer more vibrant colors, many professionals prefer a matte display because it significantly reduces glare from overhead lighting in the office.
Borrowed from French mat.
Usage
Typically used attributively before a noun or predicatively after a linking verb like 'look' or 'be'.