sunshine
/ˈsʌnʃaɪn/
sunlight
The sunshine warmed her face as she sat in the garden.
The sunlight made her feel warm and comfortable.
general
The light and warmth from the sun.
We need sunshine to grow healthy plants.
Sunlight is necessary for plant growth.
Often used metaphorically to describe happiness or positivity.
Collocations
sunshine and raina mix of good and bad experiencessoak up the sunshineto enjoy being outside in the sun
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Metaphorical Use
Sunshine can describe happiness or positive energy, not just literal sunlight.
Gold Rule
Literal vs. Figurative
Use 'sunshine' for both literal sunlight and metaphorical happiness.
Word Origin
From Middle English 'sunshine,' from 'sun' + 'shine' (from Old English 'scīnan').
Usage Notes
Can be used literally to describe sunlight or figuratively to describe happiness or positivity.
Word Breakdown
sun
the star that provides light and warmth
rootshine
to emit light
rootEnglish Dictionary