1. the light and warmth that comes from the sun
2. cheerful or happy weather with bright sunlight
3. a source of happiness or cheerfulness
Usage: figurative

Examples

• The sunshine streamed through the window.
• We enjoyed three days of sunshine during our vacation.
• The flowers need plenty of sunshine to grow.
• After the storm, the sunshine returned.
• She brought sunshine into everyone’s life.
• The children played outside in the warm sunshine.