Pronunciation: /ʃaɪn/
noun the quality of being bright and reflecting light
A1 The sun gives off a bright shine in the sky.
A2 I can see the shine of the polished silver from across the room.
B1 The car's paint had a glossy shine after being waxed.
B2 The diamond's shine was so intense that it caught everyone's attention.
C1 The actress's performance had a certain shine that set her apart from the rest.
C2 The musician's talent truly shone through in their latest album, showcasing their brilliance.
verb to give off light; to be bright; to excel or be outstanding
A1 The sun shines brightly in the sky.
A2 I like to shine my shoes before going out.
B1 The teacher asked the students to shine in the presentation.
B2 Her talent for singing really shines through in her latest performance.
C1 The company's dedication to customer service shines in their positive reviews.
C2 The artist's work continues to shine as a beacon of creativity in the art world.
formal The sun's rays shine brightly on the surface of the water.
informal Her smile makes the room shine with happiness.
slang That new car of yours really shines on the road.
figurative His talent for storytelling makes his work shine among the rest.
shone
shines
shinier
shiniest
shine
will shine
has shone
is shining
shines
shine
to shine
shining
shining