Definition

Having a surface that reflects light; brighter than something else.

Example

The new car is shinier than the old one.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you seen my new shoes?

Yeah, they're much shinier than your old ones!

I really like how they catch the light.

Definitely! They make a great statement.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Shinier is formed from "shine" (from Old English "scīnan", meaning to emit light or be bright) and "-ier" (a comparative suffix indicating more). The word "shinier" means more bright or reflecting more light than something else.

Memory Tip

Think of something that emits light or is bright ('shine') and remember that 'shinier' means it reflects more light than another object.

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