SHINE
/ʃaɪn/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of SHINE
Brightness from a source of light.
Brightness from reflected light.
Excellence in quality or appearance; splendour.
To emit light.
To reflect light.
To distinguish oneself; to excel.
"My nephew tried other sports before deciding on football, which he shone at right away, quickly becoming the star of his school team."
To cause (something) to shine; put a shine on (something); polish (something).
"He shined my shoes until they were polished smooth and gleaming."
To polish a cricket ball using saliva and one’s clothing.
Synonyms of SHINE
Words with similar meaning
Examples of SHINE in a Sentence
- "My nephew tried other sports before deciding on football, which he shone at right away, quickly becoming the star of his school team."
- "He shined my shoes until they were polished smooth and gleaming."
Word Details
Is SHINE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SHINE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: SHINE uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for SHINE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | h | i | n | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| WWF | 1 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 8 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SHINE
35 words from the letters in SHINE
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use SHINE in Word Games
SHINE is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, SHINE is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble SHINE to find 35 additional valid words.