shone

[ʃɒn]

shone Definition

• 1. past participle of shine
• 2. to emit or reflect light brightly

Using shone: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "shone" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The sun shone brightly in the sky.

• Example

  Her eyes shone with excitement.

• Example

  The diamond shone brilliantly in the light.

shone Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for shone

• gleamed
• glittered
• sparkled

Antonyms for shone

• dull
• dark

Phrases with shone

• shone a light on

  to bring attention to or reveal something previously unknown or hidden

  Example

  The investigation shone a light on corruption within the company.

• shone through

  to be clearly visible or evident despite difficulties or obstacles

  Example

  Despite the challenges, her determination shone through and she succeeded in achieving her goals.

• shone up

  to polish or clean something until it shines

  Example

  He spent hours shoning up his car for the car show.

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Summary: shone in Brief

'Shone' [ʃɒn] is the past participle of 'shine' and means to emit or reflect light brightly. It can be used to describe the brightness of the sun, the sparkle of a diamond, or the excitement in someone's eyes. The phrase 'shone a light on' refers to bringing attention to something previously unknown, while 'shone through' means to be clearly visible despite obstacles. 'Shone up' means to polish or clean something until it shines.