shining Synonyms
Another word for shining
• verb (Context 1)
To emit or reflect a bright, steady light (present participle of shine).
"The morning sun was glowing brightly through the kitchen window."
• adjective (Context 2)
Giving out or reflecting bright light; radiant or lustrous.
"The hiker followed the narrow path beneath the bright stars."
• adjective (Context 3)
Conspicuously fine, admirable, or distinguished; serving as an outstanding model.
"Her community garden project became a outstanding example of neighborhood cooperation."
• verb (Context 4)
To excel or be conspicuously talented at an activity or field (present participle of shine).
"She has been excelling in her new role as the lead orchestra conductor."
• verb (Context 5)
To rub or polish an object to make its surface smooth and bright (present participle of shine).
"He spent the afternoon polishing his leather shoes before the formal dinner."
• noun (Context 6)
The act or process of emitting light, or the action of polishing a surface to make it bright and glossy.
"After a thorough polishing, the antique brass candlesticks looked brand new."
Opposites of shining
The opposite of shining shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: