sparkly
Definition
Adjective: 1. Emitting or reflecting small, bright points of light; glittering. Describes something that shines with many quick, bright flashes, like sequins, glitter, or light on water. 2. Lively, brilliant, and exciting. Describes a person, personality, or performance that is vivacious, witty, and full of energy.
Examples
Adjective (Sense 1: Glittering):
- She wore a dress with sparkly sequins to the party.
- The sparkly snow under the streetlights looked magical.
- The costume was covered in sparkly glitter.
Adjective (Sense 2: Lively):
- The host had a sparkly wit that kept the conversation lively.
- She gave a sparkly performance that captivated the audience.
Advanced Usage
- "Sparkly clean": An informal, emphatic way to say something is extremely clean and shining.
- After hours of scrubbing, the kitchen was sparkly clean.
Variants and Related Words
- Sparkle (verb/noun): To shine with bright points of light; or the instance of such light.
- Her eyes sparkled with amusement. (verb)
- There was a sparkle in his eye. (noun)
- Sparkling (adjective): Very similar to "sparkly," often used for drinks (e.g., sparkling water) or for brilliant, lively qualities.
- They drank sparkling wine to celebrate.
Synonyms
- Glittering: Shining with a shimmering or sparkling light.
- Scintillating: Sparkling or shining brightly; also brilliantly clever or lively.
- Glistening: Shining with a soft, wavering light, often from being wet.
- Effervescent: Bubbly; showing liveliness or excitement.
Related Idioms and Phrases
- Lose its sparkle: To become less exciting, attractive, or special.
- After years of routine, the job had lost its sparkle for her.
Adjective
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having brief brilliant points or flashes of light
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bugle beads all aglitter
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glinting eyes
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glinting water
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his glittering eyes were cold and malevolent
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shop window full of glittering Christmas trees
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glittery costume jewelry
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scintillant mica
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the scintillating stars
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a dress with sparkly sequins
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`glistering' is an archaic term
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marked by high spirits or excitement
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his fertile effervescent mind
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scintillating personality
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a row of sparkly cheerleaders
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