sparkling

[spahrk-ling]

adjective

1. shining with flashing points or gleams of reflected light, as the ocean or a faceted gemstone.

2. (of liquids) effervescent; carbonated; fizzy.

   sparkling water.

3. brilliant, lively, or vivacious.

   sparkling conversation.

Word History and Origins

Origin of sparkling¹

First recorded in 1350–1400; sparkl(e) ( def. ) + -ing ² ( def. )

Example Sentences

She was pictured on the cover of a Laboe compilation album, eyes sparkling, forever young.

From Los Angeles Times

In addition, Europe's sparkling performance is also likely to have quelled some of the expected "bear pit" atmosphere.

From BBC

She said she kept the prized the correspondence folded inside her books, adding: "Any letter from her was like everything she ever wrote - sparkling and incisive and just a joy to read."

From BBC

New Zealand were at their sparkling best to put 40 points on Ireland in Brighton last Sunday, but that silky handling was not evident in the early stages.

From BBC

When it comes to qualifying campaigns, though, coaches are willing to forego sparkling football in the name of victory.

From BBC

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