SUNSHINE Synonyms: 12 Similar and Opposite Words

sunshine

noun

ˈsən-ˌshīn

Definition of sunshine

as in sun

the light given off by the star around which the planet Earth revolves spent a week at the shore soaking up the sunshine and salt air

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Recent Examples of sunshine The sheer vocal power Grande calls from somewhere in her fragile-looking body lifts the gloom and lets the sunshine in. — Mitch Therieau, New Yorker, 1 Aug. 2026 Zendaya and Tom Holland were spotted enjoying a walk in the sunshine in London on July 31. — Meg Walters, InStyle, 1 Aug. 2026 Your air conditioner will likely crank up a bit with plenty of sunshine to go around. — Bill Kelly, CBS News, 31 July 2026 Petal picks up the thread of 2024’s eternal sunshine, not only in its brushstroke vocals, but in its thematic thread of toxic-relationship songs that act as a Trojan horse for musings on the ultimate toxic relationship of fame. — Aimee Cliff, Pitchfork, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for sunshine

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This is the type of place to celebrate a milestone birthday or anniversary, leaving the kids at home and having that extra glass of wine while watching the sun set over the Pacific.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 July 2026
Bears are most active after the sun goes down, or even at dawn or dusk, according to Fish and Game.

— Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 29 July 2026

Definition of sun

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The interiors have been completely renovated to allow more sunlight into the living spaces, and outside, there’s a landscaped garden, heated pool, and shower.

— Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 31 July 2026
Close windows or blinds so the thermostat isn't exposed to direct sunlight.

— Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 31 July 2026

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