starshine

[stärˌSHīn]

starshine Definition

• 1. the light given off by stars
• 2. a glittering or sparkling quality

Using starshine: Examples

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

• Example

  The night sky was filled with starshine.

• Example

  The diamond's facets caught the light and shone like starshine.

• Example

  The dress was covered in sequins that glimmered like starshine.

starshine Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for starshine

• starlight
• twinkle
• glitter
• sparkle
• glimmer

Phrases with starshine

• make a wish upon a star

  to make a wish while looking at a star, often used as a children's rhyme

  Example

  When you wish upon a star, makes no difference who you are.

• reach for the stars

  to aim for great success or achievement

  Example

  She always encouraged her students to reach for the stars and pursue their dreams.

• star-crossed lovers

  a pair of lovers whose relationship is doomed to fail

  Example

  Romeo and Juliet are perhaps the most famous example of star-crossed lovers in literature.

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Summary: starshine in Brief

The term 'starshine' [stärˌSHīn] refers to the light given off by stars, as well as a glittering or sparkling quality. It is often used to describe the night sky, as in 'The night sky was filled with starshine.' 'Starshine' can also be used metaphorically to describe the sparkle or shine of other objects, such as diamonds or sequins.