shining
29 synonyms and 1 antonyms for shining, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Giving off or reflecting bright light.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use shining
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
By surface analysis, shine + -ing.
Full origin of shining →Frequently asked questions
What does “shining” mean?
The word “shining” means giving off or reflecting bright light. In plain terms, bright and gleaming, or (figuratively) outstanding and admirable.
How do you pronounce “shining”?
“Shining” is pronounced SHEYE-nihng (/ˈʃaɪnɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “shining” in a sentence?
Here is “shining” used in a sentence: “The shining lake stretched out before them.”
What is another word for “shining”?
Words with a similar meaning to “shining” include fulgent, aglow, alight, beamful, beamsome and beamy.
What is the opposite of “shining”?
The opposite of “shining” — its antonyms — is dark.
What part of speech is “shining”?
“Shining” is an adjective.
Is “shining” a common word?
“Shining” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “shining” have?
“Shining” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: giving off or reflecting bright light.
What is the difference between "shining" and "shiny"?
"Shining" describes something actively giving off or reflecting light, as in shining eyes or a shining lamp. "Shiny" describes a glossy, polished surface that looks reflective, such as shiny shoes, whether or not it is currently catching the light. In short, shining emphasises the light itself, while shiny emphasises the smooth, reflective texture.
What is the difference between "shining" and "shone"?
"Shining" is the present participle and adjective form, used for something currently glowing or excellent, as in the shining sun. "Shone" is the usual past tense of the verb shine when it means to give off light, as in "the sun shone all day." When shine means to polish, the past tense is instead "shined," as in "he shined his shoes."