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 Cass’s work frequently featured bright hues, in particular sunshine yellow, orange, pink and blue. — Hikmat Mohammed, ARTnews.com, 18 Sep. 2026 Orlando has around 2,930 hours of sunshine each year, meaning your plans won’t often be dampened by rain. — Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 18 Sep. 2026 Highs should drop to 74 on Wednesday and 75 on Thursday under partial sunshine, according to the NWS. — Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 18 Sep. 2026 Mama Snow White enjoys spending her days perched on a cat tree by the window, soaking up the sunshine and quietly watching the world go by. — Arizona Republic, AZCentral.com, 18 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sunshine

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The on-site spa, The Rittenhouse Spa and Club - Hair by Paul Labrecque, is a glorious urban escape complete with an indoor pool, outdoor sun deck, fitness center, full-service spa and salon, plus men’s grooming station.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Sep. 2026
The janitor squinted into the distance, shielding her eyes from the sun with a hand.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of sun

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Ozone, which is made up of three oxygen atoms, forms when emissions of other pollutants such as carbon monoxide and nitrogen oxides from fossil-fuel burning or wildfires mix with sunlight and heat.

— Mary Randolph, Scientific American, 30 Sep. 2026
In the guest rooms, a floor-to-celing window looks out to an expansive view of Tokyo’s skyline, filtering in lots of sunlight and accentuating the modern, unfussy interiors.

— Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of sunlight

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