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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The trend forecasting firm said this demand is giving denim with sparkly surfaces, embroidery and embellishments a boost. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 19 May 2025 And the sparkly quality of the quartz crystal translates into sand that seems to glow white. Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 17 May 2025 Dressed in multiple sparkling costumes (there were 13 wardrobe changes total), Shakira sang multiple songs that capture her vibe right now: stress-free and single, strutting in a sparkly dress with a cocktail in hand at one point. Julyssa Lopez, Rolling Stone, 17 May 2025 The singer debuted several new outfits during the performance, including a sparkly gold bodysuit with fringe and chaps. Caché McClay, USA Today, 16 May 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 24 May. 2025.

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