sparkly

adjective

spar·​kly ˈspär-k(ə-)lē How to pronounce sparkly (audio)
sparklier; sparkliest
: tending to sparkle : shining with or reflecting bright points of light
sparkly Christmas decorations
Run by various entrepreneurs, the vehicles … are cheap, plentiful, and known for loud music and sparkly disco balls.Shara Tonn

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Chalamet sported a black tux with a navy blue scarf (plus the mustache, of course), while Jenner wore a silver, sparkly dress. David Oliver, USA TODAY, 6 Jan. 2025 Jenner, meanwhile, let the sparkly look be the focal point, opting for minimal jewelry and soft glam. Robyn Merrett, StyleCaster, 6 Jan. 2025 An eye-catching diamond necklace and stud earrings by Tiffany & Co. added a sparkly element to the satiny ensemble. Hedy Phillips, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025 The black, silky sheath can easily stand on its own with minimal accessorizing or can be dressed up with some sparkly jewelry. Rachel Sylvester, Glamour, 6 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for sparkly 

Word History

First Known Use

1859, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sparkly was in 1859

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“Sparkly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sparkly. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.

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