Sunshine
8 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Direct sunlight unbroken by cloud cover, especially over a significant period. Often associated with warm, pleasant weather and positive mood.
“After days of rain, the sunshine was a welcome change for the outdoor festival.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈsʌnʃaɪn/
Syllables
sun·shine
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Synonyms
sunlightdaylightsunbrightness
Antonyms
uncheerfulness
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Wordle
Not typically used in Wordle due to 8-letter length; contains -SHINE ending pattern
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Scrabble
Worth 11 points; the H provides good scoring potential
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