Meaning of 'shine'

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Meaning of ‘shine’

11 definitions found.

shine

noun

the quality of being bright and sending out rays of light

Synonyms: radiance

verb

make (a surface) shine

Example: "shine the silver, please"

Synonyms: smooth

verb

experience a feeling of well-being or happiness, as from good health or an intense emotion

Synonyms: radiate

verb

have a complexion with a strong bright color, such as red or pink

Synonyms: radiate

verb

be shiny, as if wet

Synonyms: glitter

verb

touch or seem as if touching visually or audibly

Synonyms: strike

verb

be clear and obvious

verb

be distinguished or eminent

Example: "Their talent shines when they are on stage."

verb

throw or flash the light of a lamp

Example: "I was instructed to shine the lantern into the dark cave."

verb

emit light

Synonyms: beam

verb

be bright by reflecting or casting light

Synonyms: reflect

Source: WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University

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