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to shine
01
to emit or reflect light or brightness
Intransitive
Example
His shoes were so well-polished that they seemed to shine.
A clear night sky allows the stars to shine brightly.
The diamond on her finger seemed to shine with exceptional brilliance.
02
(of the sun) to produce and direct light
Intransitive
Example
The morning sun shone through the window, illuminating the room with a golden glow.
The sun shone brightly in the clear blue sky, warming the earth below.
In the early morning, the sun shone through the mist, creating a magical, ethereal atmosphere.
03
to reflect light, creating a glowing or bright appearance
Intransitive
Example
The polished silverware shone in the candlelight, adding a touch of elegance to the dinner table.
The dewdrops on the leaves shone like tiny diamonds in the morning sunlight.
As the sun set behind the mountains, the lake began to shine with a golden hue.
04
to show exceptional talent or perform exceptionally well in a particular activity or endeavor
Intransitive
Example
Despite his lack of experience, the rookie athlete quickly began to shine on the basketball court.
The singer 's powerful voice and stage presence allowed her to shine in the spotlight of the music industry.
Even in a competitive field of dancers, her grace and precision allowed her to shine during the performance.
05
to have a radiant or glowing quality, often associated with health, vitality, or attractiveness
Intransitive
Example
After a restful vacation, her skin seemed to shine with a healthy glow.
His eyes shone with excitement as he shared his latest achievement with his friends.
Even in old age, her smile continued to shine brightly, lighting up the room with warmth and joy.
06
to become immediately apparent or noticeable
Intransitive
Example
Once she started speaking, her intelligence and wit truly began to shine.
Despite her initial nervousness, her confidence and expertise quickly began to shine during the presentation.
As the team worked together, each member 's unique strengths began to shine.
07
to make something bright and glossy by polishing it
Transitive: to shine sth
Example
She shone her shoes until they gleamed, ready for the formal event.
He spent hours shining his car, meticulously buffing every surface to a mirror-like finish.
Using a soft cloth, she shone the jewelry until it reflected the light, enhancing its brilliance.
08
to direct a light source, such as a torch, to illuminate an area
Transitive: to shine a light source somewhere
Example
She shone her flashlight into the dark basement, searching for the source of the strange noise.
He shone the lantern along the path to light their way through the dense forest.
I shone the torch under the bed, looking for the missing keys.
Shine
01
the quality of emitting brightness and radiance
Example
The shine of the sun on the water created a dazzling effect.
The diamond 's shine caught everyone's attention.
The moon 's shine lit up the night sky.
02
the act of polishing something to make it glossy and reflective
Example
He gave his shoes a quick shine before the interview.
The car received a thorough shine at the detailing shop.
She gave the silverware a shine to prepare for the dinner party.
