Pronunciation

/shaɪn/

Definitions

Noun

• 1 (noun): A bright, intense light or glow, often from a source such as the sun or a lightbulb. Example: “The moon shines brightly on the lake.”
• 2 (noun): The act of giving off light or appearing bright; luster or brilliance. Example: “The diamonds shone under the stage lights.”
• 3 (noun): A period of time when something is prominent or successful. Example: “His career really shone during the 90s.”

Verb

• (transitive): To emit light, especially brightly or gloriously. Example: “The stars shone brightly in the night sky.”
• (intransitive): To have a radiant appearance or effect. Example: “Her smile always shines when she’s happy.”

Adjective

• Describing something that is bright, luminous, or attractive. Example: “The polished silverware shone in the candlelight.”

Adverb

• (informal) Expressing a high degree or intensity of brightness. Example: “The lamp shone so brightly that it woke me up.”

Phrases

• “Shine a light on” to illuminate or reveal something.
• “Let your light shine” to show your positive qualities or abilities.
• “The sun hasn’t even shone today” (to indicate a lack of sunlight).

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The polished car shone like new after the detailing.”
• Verb: “She polished her shoes until they really shone.”
• Adjective: “The polished marble floors shone under the chandelier.”
• Adverb: “The stage lights shone brightly on the lead actor.”

Synonyms

• Glisten
• Gleam
• Radiate
• Lustrous
• Glitter
• Sparkle