What part of speech is the word polished?

The word "polished" can be either an adjective or a verb, depending on how it's used in a sentence.

Adjective: Describes a noun, meaning smooth, shiny, or refined.

* Example: "The polished floor gleamed under the chandelier."

Verb: Means to make something smooth, shiny, or refined.

* Example: "He polished the silver until it shone."

Let me know if you need more examples or have any other word to analyze!