Synonyms for

Sheen

Verb / ʃi:n / Another word for sheen — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a soft luster on a surface; a shine

Synonyms & similar words

luster lustre shininess shine gloss polish lustre glow radiance brilliance gleam brightness sparkle luminosity patina finish glaze flash iridescence luster shimmer splendor effulgence

Synonyms by register

Formal

lustre gloss radiance brilliance

Informal

shine gleam sparkle

Literary

effulgence luminescence glimmer

Antonyms

dullness matte flatness opaqueness lackluster dimness

Common collocations

  • a soft sheen
  • a metallic sheen
  • a healthy sheen
  • a subtle sheen
  • a faint sheen
  • a natural sheen
  • a pearly sheen

Word family

noun sheen
adjective sheeny

Usage note

Sheen refers to a soft, gentle shine, often on a surface like silk or polished wood. It is typically a positive attribute, suggesting smoothness and quality.

Example sentences

  1. The car's sheen was so bright, it almost blinded me.
  2. The new polish gave my shoes a nice sheen.
  3. The sun's sheen on the snow was breathtaking.
  4. The silver vase had a beautiful sheen.
  5. The sheen on the leaves made them look wet.

Quotes

  • "There is a sheen to the world of things that glorifies them and makes them wonderous." - John O'Donohue
  • "The sheen of moonlight off the water was a beautiful sight." - Nicholas Sparks
  • "The sheen of their helmets was like stars on a night of little wind." - Cormac McCarthy

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