Shone: meaning, definitions and examples
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shone
[ สoสn ]
past tense
Shone is the past tense of shine, which means to emit or reflect light. It can also refer to something being exceptionally good or outstanding.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The sun shone brightly during the picnic.
- Her performance shone in the school play.
- The diamond shone with great brilliance.
- He shone a flashlight to find his way.
Translations
Translations of the word "shone" in other languages:
๐ต๐น brilhou
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคฎเคเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช strahlte
๐ฎ๐ฉ bersinar
๐บ๐ฆ ัะฒััะธัะธ
๐ต๐ฑ ลwieciล
๐ฏ๐ต ่ผใใ
๐ซ๐ท brillรฉ
๐ช๐ธ brillรณ
๐น๐ท parladฤฑ
๐ฐ๐ท ๋น๋ฌ๋ค
๐ธ๐ฆ ุชุฃูู
๐จ๐ฟ zรกลil
๐ธ๐ฐ ลพiaril
๐จ๐ณ ้ช่
๐ธ๐ฎ sijalo
๐ฎ๐ธ skin
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะถะฐัาััะฐะดั
๐ฌ๐ช แแ แฌแงแแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ parladฤฑ
๐ฒ๐ฝ brillรณ
Etymology
The word 'shone' originates from Old English 'scฤซnan', meaning 'to shine, to emit light'. This root word has cognates in several other Germanic languages, showcasing its long-standing relevance in the description of light and brightness. Over the centuries, 'shine' evolved in usage and form. 'Shone' specifically as a past participle began to be used more commonly in Middle English texts. By the time of Early Modern English, its distinct form and usage were firmly established. The word has since become an essential part of the English language, frequently used to describe anything emitting light or exhibiting excellence or brilliance.
Word Frequency Rank
Position #8,728 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.
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