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Synonyms for shine

be outstanding

Synonyms

  • be outstanding
  • stand out
  • excel
  • star
  • be successful
  • be distinguished
  • steal the show
  • be conspicuous
  • be pre-eminent
  • stand out in a crowd

take a shine to something or someone

Synonyms

  • take a fancy to
  • be captivated by
  • have a crush on
  • find attractive
  • have a thing about
  • start to like
  • start to fancy
  • grow attracted to
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Synonyms for shine

to emit a bright light

to give a gleaming luster to, usually through friction

to be in one's prime

a radiant brightness or glow, usually due to light reflected from a smooth surface

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Synonyms for shine

be bright by reflecting or casting light

be shiny, as if wet

be distinguished or eminent

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be clear and obvious

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have a complexion with a strong bright color, such as red or pink

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touch or seem as if touching visually or audibly

experience a feeling of well-being or happiness, as from good health or an intense emotion

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