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polishing vs shining

shining vs polishing

polishing and shining both are nouns.

polishing is not an adjective while shining is an adjective.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
polishing Yes No No No
shining Yes Yes No No
As nouns, polishing and shining are synonyms defined as:
  • polishing and shining: the work of making something smooth and shiny by rubbing or waxing it
polishing (noun) shining (noun)
the work of making something smooth and shiny by rubbing or waxing it the work of making something smooth and shiny by rubbing or waxing it
polishing (adjective) shining (adjective)
marked by exceptional merit
reflecting light
made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow
Difference between polishing and shining

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