gloss vs rubric

rubric vs gloss

gloss and rubric both are nouns.

gloss and rubric both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
gloss	Yes	No	Yes	No
rubric	Yes	No	Yes	No

As nouns, gloss and rubric are synonyms defined as:

gloss and rubric: an explanation or definition of an obscure word in a text

gloss (noun)	rubric (noun)
the property of being smooth and shiny	category name
an outward or token appearance or form that is deliberately misleading	a title or heading that is printed in red or in a special type
an explanation or definition of an obscure word in a text	an explanation or definition of an obscure word in a text
an alphabetical list of technical terms in some specialized field of knowledge; usually published as an appendix to a text on that field	an authoritative rule of conduct or procedure
	directions for the conduct of Christian church services (often printed in red in a prayer book)
	a heading that names a statute or legislative bill; may give a brief summary of the matters it deals with

gloss (verb)	rubric (verb)
provide an interlinear translation of a word or phrase	adorn with ruby red color
provide interlinear explanations for words or phrases
give a deceptive explanation or excuse for
give a shine or gloss to, usually by rubbing

Difference between gloss and rubric

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