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shininess

 

[ ˈʃaɪniːnəs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

appearance

The quality or state of being shiny; brightness; luster.

Synonyms

brightness, glossiness, luster

Examples of usage

  • The shininess of the new car's paint was impressive.
  • Her jewelry sparkled with shininess in the sunlight.
Context #2 | Noun

quality

A quality or characteristic that makes something shiny or reflective.

Synonyms

polish, reflectiveness, sheen

Examples of usage

  • The shininess of the polished silverware was striking.
  • The shininess of the diamond added to its value.

Translations

Translations of the word "shininess" in other languages:

🇵🇹 brilho

🇮🇳 चमक

🇩🇪 Glanz

🇮🇩 kilau

🇺🇦 блиск

🇵🇱 blask

🇯🇵 輝き (kagayaki)

🇫🇷 brillance

🇪🇸 brillo

🇹🇷 parlaklık

🇰🇷 반짝임 (banjjakim)

🇸🇦 لمعان

🇨🇿 lesk

🇸🇰 lesk

🇨🇳 光泽 (guāngzé)

🇸🇮 sijaj

🇮🇸 gljái

🇰🇿 жылтырау

🇬🇪 ბრწყინვალება

🇦🇿 parıltı

🇲🇽 brillo

Etymology

The word 'shininess' is derived from the adjective 'shiny', which comes from the Old English 'scīniġ'. The concept of shininess has been valued throughout history, with shiny objects often associated with beauty, luxury, and wealth. Humans have long been drawn to shiny things, whether it be precious metals, gemstones, or simply well-polished surfaces. The desire for shininess has influenced various industries, from fashion and jewelry to automotive and technology.

See also: outshine, shine, shines, shinier, shining.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,034, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.