Synonyms for

Shine

Verb / ʃaɪn / Another word for shine — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To emit bright light; to be glossy or lustrous; to excel or to stand out in a particular area.

Synonyms & similar words

fall radiancy refulgence refulgency polish smooth smoothen radiance effulgence gleam glow radiate strike glisten reflect glint beam glitter glow sparkle radiate glimmer twinkle gleam flash beam illuminate blaze flare glint coruscate glisten burnish polish buff scintillate dazzle brighten

Synonyms by register

Formal

gleam radiate illuminate effulge

Informal

sparkle glint shimmer twinkle

Literary

effulgence luminescence radiance

Antonyms

darken dim fade dull obscure cloud

Common collocations

  • shine brightly
  • shine through
  • shine a light
  • shine on
  • shine up
  • shine a spotlight

Word family

noun shine
verb shine
adjective shiny

Usage note

The verb 'shine' can be used literally for light reflecting off a surface or figuratively for excelling. 'Shiny' is the common adjective form.

Example sentences

  1. The stars shine brightly in the night sky.
  2. I love how your shoes shine in the sunlight.
  3. She always shines in math class.
  4. The diamond ring is so shiny, it really shines.
  5. The sun will shine for hours today.

Quotes

  • No matter how dark the night, the sun will always shine.
  • Let your light shine.
  • A little spark of kindness can put a colossal burst of sunshine into someone's day.

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