sheeny

adjective

Definition of sheenynext
as in luminous
giving off or reflecting much light wore a dress of some sheeny material that looked spectacular under the stage lights

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sheeny
  1. luminous
  2. glowing
  3. shining
  4. shiny
  5. dazzling
  6. bright
  7. gleaming
  8. shimmering
Adjective
  • Try delicate floral bloom over a luminous chrome base for a manicure that’s straight out of a fairy tale.
    — Amanda Le, InStyle, 23 July 2026
  • Kernell’s luminous third drama is a quietly devastating portrait of love, resilience, and the enduring strength of Sámi women.
    — Zac Ntim, Deadline, 21 July 2026
Definition of luminous
Adjective
  • Everyone looks glowing and glamorous, despite sticking generally to a dutiful antiquities theme.
    — Rachel Syme, New Yorker, 20 July 2026
  • Kubrick’s film is more thematically than overtly connected to the Odyssey; the most obvious analogue being HAL 9000, whose single glowing red camera eye evokes the Cyclops Polyphemus.
    — Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 18 July 2026
Definition of glowing
Adjective
  • At a time of so much partisanship in Congress, especially related to health care, breakthrough legislation is a shining example of how commonsense policies that support patient care and innovation can achieve broad support.
    — Josh Makower, STAT, 16 Mar. 2026
  • Those memories will remain some of the most shining and unforgettable moments of my life.
    — Jeff Benjamin, Forbes.com, 12 Mar. 2026
Definition of shining
Adjective
  • Like generations of tanners before us, we were convinced the shiny oil would attract more UV rays for a deeper tan.
    — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 20 July 2026
  • From a distance, the White/Metallic Silver/Cobalt color combination may appear to be a standard triple-white Air Force 1, but a closer look reveals a shiny pearlescent finish atop the leather upper.
    — Riley Jones, Footwear News, 19 July 2026
Definition of shiny
Adjective
  • Katy Perry dons a dazzling tie as part of her ensemble while performing in Malta on July 22.
    — People Staff, PEOPLE, 25 July 2026
  • Its dazzling design, inside and out, reflected a fresh blend of European and American luxury.
    — Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026
Definition of dazzling
Adjective
  • Spring also brings out the beautiful golden club with its bright yellow flowers clustered at the tip of a spike.
    — Charles Seabrook, AJC.com, 25 July 2026
  • Allow your eyes 20 to 30 minutes to adapt to the darkness, avoid checking bright smartphone screens and don’t use binoculars or telescopes, which will only restrict your view of the night sky.
    — Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026
Definition of bright
Adjective
  • Under his meticulous care, the gleaming red sports car has been souped up to generate 400-horsepower turbo performance, but retains much of the original features and feel.
    — Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 7 Feb. 2026
  • The trailer features stunning images of the massive gleaming white cube that was the centerpiece of the staging and Instagram-worthy shots of the pryo and special effects that made the tour a must-see for fans.
    — Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 10 Dec. 2025
Definition of gleaming
Adjective
  • Exceptions included the famed Roman Pool at Hearst Castle, with its shimmering blue and gold mosaic tiles and statues of Roman gods and goddesses.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 23 July 2026
  • Cat-eye finishes are still a key manicure trend, with shimmering, light-reflecting finishes.
    — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 22 July 2026
Definition of shimmering
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“Sheeny.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sheeny. Accessed 29 Jul. 2026.

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