shiny

Meanings

• adjective

  Having a smooth and glassy surface that reflects light and gives off a bright luster.

  - "The apple was shiny after being polished."
  - "The car looked new with its shiny paint."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈʃaɪni/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with shiny
chiny , dainty , finny , hiny , minny , pinny , rainy , shiny , squinty , tiny

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Variants

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shinier , shiniest , shininess , shininesses , shiny

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Etymology

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From Old English sceonig, meaning 'bright, clear, shinning'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'shiny' is often used in the automotive industry to describe the finish of a car.

2. In the Harry Potter series, the Shiny Stone is a magical object that can be used to create a protective barrier.

3. The term 'shiny' is also used in the field of astronomy to describe stars that have a high luminosity and emit a lot of light.

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Related Concepts

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1. Lustre: A quality of light reflection or sheen from a surface.

2. Gloss: A smooth and polished surface that reflects light.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'shiny' is often used to describe objects or surfaces that are new, clean, or valuable. In art, the reflection of light off a shiny surface can create interesting visual effects. In music, the word 'shiny' may be used metaphorically to describe a bright or cheerful sound.

How to Memorize "shiny"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a polished apple or a freshly waxed car. Visualize the way light reflects off the surface and gives it a bright, shining appearance.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'shiny' with new, clean, or valuable objects. Think of a new pen or a freshly pressed shirt.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the first letter of each word in 'Shines Brightly' to help remember the definition of 'shiny'.

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