Shine

Pronunciation: /ˈʃaɪn/

Shine (verb)

  1. to give off light or brightness
  2. to make something smooth and bright by rubbing
  3. to perform very well or be very good at something

Examples

  • The stars shine brightly in the night sky.
  • The lamp shines softly in the corner.

Common collocations: shine brightly, shine softly, shine shoes, shine silverware, shine in sports

Shine (noun)

  1. the quality of being bright or giving off light
  2. a smooth and bright surface after polishing

Examples

  • The shine of the sun was blinding.
  • The shine from the flashlight guided us.

Synonyms of Shine

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Shine

  • when reducing brightness
  • when lacking brightness or shine