Synonyms for Shining (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (of high or superior quality or performance):
superior
WordNet sense 2 (made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow):
burnished, lustrous, shiny
WordNet sense 3 (the work of making something smooth and shiny by rubbing or waxing it):
polishing
WordNet sense 4 (abounding with sunlight):
sunny, sunshiny
WordNet sense 5 (reflecting light):
glistening, glossy, sheeny
WordNet sense 6 (emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts):
bright
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