nounπShareA visible, narrow, and intense (relative to ambient light) ray of sunlight."The dust motes danced in the sunbeams streaming through the window. "weatherphysicsastronomynaturephenomenaenvironmentenergyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAn item of cutlery or crockery laid out on a table, but not used, and which can be returned to the drawer without being washed.""My aunt always sets extra sunbeams when we have a big dinner, just in case someone needs another fork or spoon." "utensilitemfoodChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAny of various lycaenid butterflies of the genus Curetis."The butterfly collector carefully pinned a row of sunbeams, their wings displaying vibrant orange and brown patterns. "animalinsectnaturebiologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAny hummingbird of the genus Aglaeactis."Birdwatchers traveled to the Andes hoping to spot sunbeams flitting among the high-altitude flowers. "animalbirdnatureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe direct rays, light or warmth of the sun."We were warmed by the bright sunshine."natureweatherenergyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA location on which the sun's rays fall."We moved out of the shade and into the sunshine."environmentnatureweatherspaceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareGeniality or cheerfulness."I enjoyed the sunshine of her smile."characterattitudemindChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA source of cheerfulness or joy."Her children's laughter was like sunbeams, instantly brightening her mood after a long day at work. "emotionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe effect which the sun has when it lights and warms some place."Sunbeams streamed through the kitchen window, warming the breakfast table. "natureweatherenergyphysicsChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareFriendly form of address often reserved for juniors."Alright sunshine, safe to cross now."personcharacterfamilyhumanChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareIronic form of address used to an inferior or troublemaker.""Alright, sunbeams, clean up this mess you made." "attitudelanguagecharacterChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareUsed to address someone who has just woken up and/or is very sleepy."Good morning, sunshine!"personfamilyemotionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading