shining
adj. · n.-
1 bright and glowing (adj.) A2 Elementarygiving off or reflecting a lot of light.
emitting or reflecting light; characterized by brightness or radiance.
ExampleThe shining sun made the water look like silver.
ExampleThe shining surface of the lake reflected the surrounding mountains with such clarity that the horizon line became almost indistinguishable.
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2 excellent (adj.) B2 Upper Intermediatebeing a very good or perfect example of something.
distinguished by high merit or excellence; serving as an exemplary model.
ExampleShe is a shining example of how hard work leads to success.
ExampleThe project stands as a shining achievement in urban planning, demonstrating how green spaces can be integrated into dense city environments.
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3 a glow or gleam (n.) C1 Advanced Literarya bright light that comes from something.
the quality or state of emitting light; a steady glow or radiance.
ExampleThe shining of the moon guided them through the dark forest.
ExampleThe sudden shining of a distant beacon provided the only point of reference in the otherwise impenetrable coastal fog.
By surface analysis, shine + -ing.