adjective
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glossy or polished; bright
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(of clothes or material) worn to a smooth and glossy state, as by continual rubbing
Other Word Forms
- shinily adverb
- shininess noun
- unshiny adjective
Etymology
Origin of shiny
Example Sentences
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You may or may not find the shiny new features airlines are gushing about on your next flight.
He runs his fingertips along the shiny metal counter.
From Literature
“She looked like a shiny coyote. See your tail? That would be a gift from your mother.”
From Literature
AI is a shiny new toy, but it can’t dislodge this basic reality of human psychology.
From Salon
A formal living room and dining room are on the first floor, as is the gorgeous kitchen with lots of shiny subway tile, marble counters, and an island with wine storage.
From MarketWatch
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