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Meaning of Sunshine
The primary meaning of the word "Sunshine" refers to the sun's rays, especially when warm and pleasant.
Definitions
- The sun's rays, especially when warm and pleasant
- * A feeling of happiness or optimism
- * A person or thing that brings happiness or joy
Etymology of Sunshine
The word "Sunshine" has its roots in Old English, with "sun" derived from the Proto-Germanic "sunno" and "shine" from the Old English "scīnan", meaning to shine or give light
The term has been used in English since the 14th century to describe the sun's rays and their effects
Example Uses
- The sunshine filled the room with warmth and light
- * The child's smile brought sunshine into the gloomy day
- * The couple enjoyed a romantic walk in the sunshine
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
darkness
gloom
shadow
cloudiness
overcast
murk
dusk
twilight
night
dimness
faintness
obscurity
somberness
melancholy
sadness
despair
hopelessness
bleakness
dreariness
despondency
sorrow
grief
dejection