Synonyms for

Sparkling

Adjective / ˈspɑ:rklɪŋ / / ˈspɑ:rkʌlɪŋ / Another word for sparkling — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

giving off flashes of light; shining brightly

Synonyms & similar words

scintillate spark effervesce effervescent fizz scintillation twinkle still coruscate sparkle froth foam gleaming shimmering glittering twinkling dazzling radiant lustrous glowing brilliant scintillating flashing coruscating beaming iridescent effulgent sparkly bright vivid shiny luminous

Synonyms by register

Formal

effervescent brilliant radiant luminous

Informal

bubbly fizzy zippy lively

Literary

coruscating effulgent gleaming

Antonyms

dull dim lackluster matte gloomy uninspired tame

Common collocations

  • sparkling wine
  • sparkling water
  • sparkling eyes
  • sparkling personality
  • sparkling clean
  • sparkling performance
  • sparkling conversation

Word family

noun spark
verb spark
adjective sparkling
adverb sparklingly

Usage note

Primarily used to describe beverages with carbonation or a bright, lively quality. Can also describe light reflecting off a surface.

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Example sentences

  1. The sun was sparkling on the water.
  2. She wore a sparkling dress to the party.
  3. The fireworks were sparkling in the sky.
  4. The stars were sparkling in the night sky.
  5. The champagne was sparkling in their glasses.

Quotes

  • She was a beautiful dreamer. The kind of girl who kept her head in the clouds, loved above the stars and left regret beneath the earth she walked on. - Robert M. Drake
  • “Create the highest, grandest vision possible for your life, because you become what you believe.” - Oprah Winfrey
  • “Though my soul may set in darkness, it will rise in perfect light; I have loved the stars too fondly to be fearful of the night.” - Sarah Williams

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