Synonyms for
Shines
Definition
To give off or reflect light; to be bright or glossy.
Synonyms & similar words
radiate
radiancy
shinny
refulgency
shin
glisten
glint
refulgence
smooth
glitter
effulgence
radiance
smoothen
fall
scramble
skin
struggle
reflect
gleam
polish
shine
strike
beam
clamber
sputter
glows
sparkles
beams
radiates
gleams
glistens
twinkles
flashes
glimmers
shimmers
scintillates
lusters
blazes
flickers
glints
coruscates
burnishes
illuminates
polishes
emits
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- sun shines
- brightly shines
- shines a light
- shines through
- shines on
- stars shine
- eyes shine
- talent shines
Word family
Usage note
The verb 'shine' can refer to emitting light or to being outstanding. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.
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Example sentences
- The moon shines brightly in the night sky.
- The sun shines down on the beach.
- The stars shine in the dark sky.
- The polished silverware shines in the light.
- The diamond ring shines on her finger.
Quotes
Keep smiling, because life is a beautiful thing and there's so much to smile about. - Marilyn Monroe
The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams. - Eleanor Roosevelt
In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks. - John Muir