sparkly

[ spahr-klee ]

adjective

, spar·kli·er, spar·kli·est.

1. tending to sparkle; animated; lively:

   a row of sparkly cheerleaders.

2. (of a wine) naturally carbonated; effervescent.

Word History and Origins

Origin of sparkly¹

First recorded in 1920–25; sparkle + -y ¹

Example Sentences

“So as a person who watches her on television, there’s a part of you thinks, ‘I can go to Zara and buy that sparkly outfit and try to find the right guy like Garcelle does.’

From Los Angeles Times

While the characteristics of fictional vampires have changed throughout history - some burn to a crisp in the sunlight, others have famously sparkly skin - they have one thing in common: immortality.

From BBC

Moments later, White is making her way down the hot pink Glow Recipe aisle in an oversize Lilo & Stitch T-shirt and sparkly green eyeliner, ticking off her favorite products in rapid succession.

From Los Angeles Times

It’s saying: Yes, my life is very sparkly and glittery, but there are nights when I’m having to literally wipe my tears before I go onstage because my personal life is in shambles.

From Los Angeles Times

Guests were dressed in sparkly sequins, a 20-piece orchestra raised the roof and Dawn French - as the Vicar of Dibley - gave a sermon at the lectern.

From BBC