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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: glitterbrilliance, liveliness, or vivacity.
sparkle
/ ˈspɑːkəl /
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 Word Forms
- nonsparkling adjective
- outsparkle verb (used with object)
- unsparkling adjective
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of sparkle1
Synonym Study
Example Sentences
And the wedding itself was a glittering affair, with Noel Coward and Douglas Fairbanks Jr adding Hollywood sparkle and Queen Elizabeth II leading a procession of the royal families of Europe.
Jewellery journalist Rachael Taylor said the softer sparkle on the stone was likely because it was an antique cut by hand rather than by machine.
In an attention-deficit economy where standing out is half the battle, the posts sparkle with unapologetic swagger.
“She was one of the brightest. There’s a new star in the sky tonight. I see you Anne. With all your sparkle, looking down.”
Girl guides can now earn badges for activities such as "fandoms", being a "booktivist" and sharing their "guiding sparkle".
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