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sparkle
[spahr-kuhl]
verb (used without object)
to issue in or as if in little sparks, as fire or light.
The candlelight sparkled in the crystal.
to emit little sparks, as burning matter.
The flames leaped and sparkled.
to shine or glisten with little gleams of light, as a brilliant gem; glitter; coruscate.
to effervesce, as wine.
to be brilliant, lively, or vivacious.
verb (used with object)
to cause to sparkle.
moonlight sparkling the water;
pleasure sparkling her eyes.
noun
a little spark or fiery particle.
a sparkling appearance, luster, or play of light.
the sparkle of a diamond.
Synonyms:brilliance, liveliness, or vivacity.
sparkle
/ ˈ²õ±èÉ‘Ë°ìÉ™±ô /
verb
to issue or reflect or cause to issue or reflect bright points of light
(intr) (of wine, mineral water, etc) to effervesce
(intr) to be vivacious or witty
noun
a point of light, spark, or gleam
vivacity or wit
Other 51³Ô¹Ï Forms
- nonsparkling adjective
- outsparkle verb (used with object)
- unsparkling adjective
51³Ô¹Ï History and Origins
51³Ô¹Ï History and Origins
Origin of sparkle1
Synonym Study
Example Sentences
Ardern was quick-witted enough to sparkle on Stephen Colbert and shrewd enough to pass effective climate change legislation and protect a woman’s right to choose.
"As everyone knows, I love to dress up and have a good time, so I'll definitely be bringing the sparkles, sequins and disco with me!"
Yes, he is the only pitcher to win a Cy Young award in each league and his 3.18 career ERA sparkles.
That competitive drive overcame any potential inhibitions he might have felt about performing while "wearing sparkles or Cuban heels".
Nature Conservation Cymru hopes that by offering the animals something sparkly to eat, the sparkle should come out the other end - providing some much-needed answers.
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