Synonyms for

Shines

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

Definition

To give off or reflect light; to be bright or glossy.

Synonyms & similar words

glitter glow shine clamber beam skin glisten scramble refulgence shin effulgence fall gleam strike reflect smooth glint struggle sputter shinny radiancy refulgency radiance polish smoothen glows sparkles beams radiates gleams glistens twinkles flashes glimmers shimmers scintillates lusters blazes flickers glints coruscates burnishes illuminates polishes emits

Synonyms by register

Formal

gleams radiates effulges luminesces

Informal

sparkles beams glitters twinkles

Literary

effulgent resplendent radiant

Antonyms

dims fades darkens obscures dulls shadows

Common collocations

  • sun shines
  • brightly shines
  • shines a light
  • shines through
  • shines on
  • stars shine
  • eyes shine
  • talent shines

Word family

noun shine
verb shine
adjective shiny
adverb shinily

Usage note

The verb 'shine' can refer to emitting light or to being outstanding. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. The moon shines brightly in the night sky.
  2. The sun shines down on the beach.
  3. The stars shine in the dark sky.
  4. The polished silverware shines in the light.
  5. 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

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