sparkly

[spahr-klee]

adjective

sparklier, sparkliest 

1. tending to sparkle; animated; lively.

   a row of sparkly cheerleaders.

2. (of a wine) naturally carbonated; effervescent.

Word History and Origins

Origin of sparkly¹

First recorded in 1920–25; sparkle + -y ¹

Example Sentences

The first two specials are aptly named “Lower Classy” and “Middle Classy” — and to demonstrate that she’s really made it to “Upper Classy,” she ditches her casual jeans and t-shirt for a sparkly black jumpsuit.

From Los Angeles Times

The Scottish entertainment reporter, regularly seen popping up on ITV's Lorraine and Good Morning Britain, will be donning sparkly outfits to represent his beloved Scotland in the 23rd series of the BBC One Show.

From BBC

Moore, an actor and cosplayer who donned a sparkly costume inspired by Mira’s character, said she plans to attend two additional screenings this weekend.

From Los Angeles Times

The new vinyl record, she showed, is a sparkly shade of orange.

From BBC

The cover art is — assuming this isn’t some misdirection — a cryptic minty green background and sparkly orange padlock.

From Los Angeles Times