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shining vs polishing

polishing vs shining

shining and polishing both are nouns.

shining is an adjective but polishing is not an adjective.

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

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