sparkle

[ˈspɑːrkəl]

sparkle Definition

  • 1shine brightly with flashes of light
  • 2be vivacious and witty

Using sparkle: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "sparkle" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The stars sparkled in the night sky.

  • Example

    Her eyes sparkled with excitement.

  • Example

    The diamond ring sparkled in the sunlight.

  • Example

    The champagne sparkled in the glass.

sparkle Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for sparkle

Phrases with sparkle

  • to show great happiness

    Example

    Her face sparkled with joy when she saw her newborn baby.

  • sparkle in someone's eye

    a sign of happiness or excitement in someone's expression

    Example

    When he talked about his new job, there was a sparkle in his eye.

  • sparkle like diamonds

    to shine brightly and beautifully

    Example

    The ocean sparkled like diamonds in the sunlight.

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Summary: sparkle in Brief

The verb 'sparkle' [ˈspɑːrkəl] means to shine brightly with flashes of light or to be vivacious and witty. It can refer to stars in the sky, diamonds, or even champagne. The phrase 'sparkle with joy' denotes great happiness, while 'sparkle in someone's eye' refers to a sign of happiness or excitement in someone's expression. 'Sparkle like diamonds' is used to describe something that shines brightly and beautifully.

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