shiny
Translation
glossy, gleaming, polished
Examples
I bought some new shiny shoes.
I bought some new shiny shoes.
The car has a shiny red paint finish.
The car has a shiny red paint finish.
Grammar Patterns
((shiny + noun)) having a smooth, bright, reflective surface I bought some shiny new shoes.
Similar Words
Synonyms: glossy, polished, gleaming; Antonyms: matte, dull
Etymology
From 'shine' plus the adjective-forming suffix '-y', meaning 'having the quality of'.
Memory Tips
A 'shiny' apple has been polished. A 'shining' star produces light.