Added 7 October 2026
shining
/ˈʃaɪnɪŋ/ noun
In Latin: nitidus, radians, lūcidus Wiktionary
noun Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about shining at Wordnik → Where our words come from →
adjective
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Marked by exceptional merit.
had shining virtues and few faults
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Made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow.
bright silver candlesticks
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Reflecting light.
glistening bodies of swimmers
Origin
By surface analysis, shine + -ing.
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