sheeny

1 of 2

adjective

-er/-est
Synonyms of sheenynext
: lustrous with sheen : shining, radiant

sheeny

2 of 2

noun

shee·​ny
variants or sheenie or less commonly sheeney
"
plural sheenies also sheeneys
disparaging + offensive
: jew

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

sheen entry 4 + -y

Noun

origin unknown

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“Sheeny.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sheeny. Accessed 17 Dec. 2025.

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