sparky

adjective

ˈspär-kē How to pronounce sparky (audio)
Definition of sparkynext
as in energetic
having much high-spirited energy and movement that sparky little kid tires me out just looking at him

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Recent Examples of sparky Syrupy and meaty aromas that include herbs and a sliver of sparky bright red fruit. — Tom Mullen, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2025 Mellow wisps of cinnamon acquire the snappy, sparky heat of Red Hots. — Helen Rosner, The New Yorker, 6 Aug. 2023 To be the dramatic focus of attention in a potentially sparky environment, like the old days. — wsj.com, 4 May 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sparky
  1. energetic
  2. lively
  3. animated
  4. active
  5. animate
  6. brisk
  7. cheerful
Adjective
  • Claudine’s vibe is welcoming and the lunch crowd is energetic.
    — Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2025
  • This was a fantastic week in Paris — energetic and full of strong debuts.
    — Rhonda Richford, WWD, 12 Mar. 2025
Definition of energetic
Adjective
  • Panelists had been carefully chosen and the moderators ensured lively debates took place.
    — Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 10 Apr. 2025
  • To introduce persimmon in a balanced way, Bassford recommends incorporating the color into decorative touches like wallpaper, upholstery, or bedding for a lively yet harmonious effect.
    — Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Apr. 2025
Definition of lively
Adjective
  • Even though that last one was over a decade ago now, Frost has been in loads of projects since then, including doing a lot of voicework for animated endeavors.
    — Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025
  • Kevin Conroy, most famously the eternal voice of Batman in animated and video game projects for decades, sadly passed away in 2022 from cancer.
    — Paul Tassi, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
Definition of animated
Adjective
  • These teams also check for individuals with active warrants.
    — Laura Bauer, Kansas City Star, 8 Apr. 2025
  • More than just Young’s partner, Hannah has also taken an active in role in his work, working on his stage backdrops and album covers and documenting his music.
    — David Browne, Rolling Stone, 7 Apr. 2025
Definition of active
Adjective
  • Charcuterie and cheese, potatoes and onions, meat and offal: These are the ingredients that animate Harris’s chalkboard menu, all old friends, treated with a grandmotherly mix of tenderness and brawn.
    — Amiel Stanek, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Apr. 2025
  • Your business should excite your customers, frustrate your competitors and animate and motivate your people.
    — Jeffrey Russell, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024
Definition of animate
Adjective
  • Warhol is a brisk dip in self-deprecating self-examination.
    — Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 2 Apr. 2025
  • Monday’s weather for the A’s first home game was unseasonably cool with rain earlier in the day and game-time temperature a brisk 52 degrees with some light wind.
    — Barry M. Bloom, Sportico.com, 1 Apr. 2025
Definition of brisk
Adjective
  • Plus, their cheerful blooms and tall stems ensure these flowers will be a striking addition to any landscape.
    — Renee Freemon Mulvihill, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Mar. 2025
  • Madison Small Satchel Add a pop of color to your spring apparel with this cheerful yellow bag.
    — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2025
Definition of cheerful

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