adjective
shiny
Reflecting light with a bright or polished appearance.
The shiny silver spoon reflects the light above the table.
Etymology
The shining verb supplies the base of the adjective. Shiny describes a surface that noticeably sends light back toward the viewer.
More examples
- She polishes her shoes until they look shiny.
- Rain makes the leaves shiny.
- His forehead looks shiny with sweat.
Forms
shiny · shinier · shiniest
shine verb — To give off or reflect light.
shininess noun — The quality of reflecting light brightly.
Similar words
- glossy
- Glossy emphasizes a smooth surface with a polished sheen.
- gleaming
- Gleaming emphasizes strong reflected light, often from a clean surface.