English / idiom
A Ray of Sunshine
MEANING IN ENGLISH
A person, action, or occurrence that brings joy, encouragement, and warmth to a gloomy setting.
In context
01
Her cheerful laughter in the hospital ward was a ray of sunshine for the ailing patients.
02
The unexpected bonus was a ray of sunshine after months of relentless operational stress.
Synonyms
beacon of hope,breath of fresh air,silver lining
Antonyms
wet blanket,bringer of gloom,cloud of despair
Collocations
be a ray of sunshine,bring a ray of sunshine,serve as a ray of sunshine