rubric vs gloss

gloss vs rubric

rubric and gloss both are nouns.

rubric and gloss both are verbs.

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

As nouns, rubric and gloss are synonyms defined as:

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

rubric (noun)	gloss (noun)
category name	the property of being smooth and shiny
a title or heading that is printed in red or in a special type	an outward or token appearance or form that is deliberately misleading
an explanation or definition of an obscure word in a text	an explanation or definition of an obscure word in a text
an authoritative rule of conduct or procedure	an alphabetical list of technical terms in some specialized field of knowledge; usually published as an appendix to a text on that field
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

rubric (verb)	gloss (verb)
adorn with ruby red color	provide an interlinear translation of a word or phrase
	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 rubric and gloss

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