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shining vs polished

polished vs shining

shining is a noun but polished is not a noun.

shining and polished both are adjectives.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
shining Yes Yes No No
polished No Yes No No
shining (noun) polished (noun)
the work of making something smooth and shiny by rubbing or waxing it
shining (adjective) polished (adjective)
marked by exceptional merit perfected or made shiny and smooth
reflecting light (of grains especially rice) having the husk or outer layers removed
made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow showing a high degree of refinement and the assurance that comes from wide social experience
(of lumber or stone) to trim and smooth
Difference between shining and polished

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