SHINY Synonyms: 92 Similar and Opposite Words

shiny

adjective

ˈshī-nē

Definition of shiny

as in shining

giving off or reflecting much light we could see our reflections in the shiny surface of the marble walls

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Recent Examples of shiny Welcome to Latest & Greatest, a franchise that celebrates all the shiniest new beauty launches of the month and informs you what’s worth your time and cash. — Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 30 June 2026 Its shiny satin finish, flattering V-neckline, low open back, and adjustable criss-cross back tie straps create a showstopping, chic look everyone will be complimenting you for. — Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 30 June 2026 The Kardashians star could be seen hugging True as the former basketball player—who wore a plunging black metallic shirt, black slacks, a shiny chain necklace, and black sunglasses—beamed at the camera, holding Tatum in his arms. — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 1 July 2026 Too often, solutions are designed around the shiny functionality of the technology rather than the boring, difficult, messy parts of the clinician’s workflow where the solution has to work in order to be valuable and sustainably used. — Zaman Shah, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for shiny

Recent Examples of Synonyms for shiny

Adjective

At a time of so much partisanship in Congress, especially related to health care, breakthrough legislation is a shining example of how commonsense policies that support patient care and innovation can achieve broad support.

— Josh Makower, STAT, 16 Mar. 2026
Those memories will remain some of the most shining and unforgettable moments of my life.

— Jeff Benjamin, Forbes.com, 12 Mar. 2026

Definition of shining

Adjective

While not a new concept, this K-beauty term for clear, poreless, luminous, and seemingly transparent skin continues to be the gold standard for beauty editors and, well, everyone else.

— Sarah Han, Allure, 6 July 2026
In person, Monaghan has that same easy warmth and luminous glow.

— Mara Santilli, Flow Space, 2 July 2026

Definition of luminous

Adjective

Charlie Carballo Ed Sheeran, who's been rumored to perform at the wedding festivities, made his way to MSG wearing a bright blue suit alongside wife Cherry Seaborn.

— Bryan West, USA Today, 4 July 2026
Work with Your Design Style A color this bright and energetic couldn’t possibly be versatile, too, right?

— Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 July 2026

Definition of bright

Adjective

Under his meticulous care, the gleaming red sports car has been souped up to generate 400-horsepower turbo performance, but retains much of the original features and feel.

— Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 7 Feb. 2026
The trailer features stunning images of the massive gleaming white cube that was the centerpiece of the staging and Instagram-worthy shots of the pryo and special effects that made the tour a must-see for fans.

— Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 10 Dec. 2025

Definition of gleaming

Adjective

As the radiant Sun spotlights your 2nd House of Resources, authoritative Saturn in your 11th House of Friends squares it, pressing you to define fair participation.

— Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 6 July 2026
Night Light® is a handsome, compact variety, producing radiant golden foliage that takes on bronze and chartreuse hues in winter.

— Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 3 July 2026

Definition of radiant

Adjective

For her glam, the 29-year-old actress stunned in rosy makeup, sharp eyebrows, and a shimmering lip.

— Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 2 July 2026
Many of the pieces in the house were created by Jeff’s sister, Pam Goldblum, and her husband, Jeff Kaisershot, including a massive Gainsborough-esque painting of a fine lady that commands the stairwell beside a shimmering Murano glass chandelier.

— Mayer Rus, Architectural Digest, 1 July 2026

Definition of shimmering

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