Synonyms of sparkling

sparkling 1 of 2

adjective

1

as in bubbly

Related Words

• bubbly
• effervescent
• fizzy
• foamy
• sudsy
• soapy
• frothy
• lathery

2

as in gleaming

Related Words

• gleaming
• radiant
• cheerful
• cheery
• heartening
• gladdening
• heartwarming
• bright
• glad
• gay
• cheering

Dissimilar Words

• gray
• dark
• gloomy
• dismal
• bleak
• depressing
• dreary
• discouraging
• cheerless
• colorless
• dull
• black
• drab
• desolate
• disheartening
• lackluster
• lusterless
• dispiriting

3

as in merry

Related Words

• merry
• scintillating
• jovial
• laughing
• mirthful
• jolly
• playful
• sunny
• jocose
• whimsical
• flip
• waggish
• flippant
• entertaining
• pert
• mischievous
• jocund
• amusing
• prankish
• riotous
• droll
• smart-aleck
• comic
• rollicking
• funny
• ridiculous
• comical
• smart-alecky
• farcical
• uproarious
• ludicrous
• witty
• antic
• hysterical
• diverting
• frivolous
• risible
• intellectual
• joking
• cerebral
• laughable
• screaming
• humorous
• highbrow
• teasing
• sidesplitting
• jocular
• bantering
• facetious
• clever
• highbrowed
• jesting
• smart
• joshing

Dissimilar Words

• stupid
• lowbrow
• witless
• brainless
• lame
• hackneyed
• corny
• serious
• solemn
• earnest
• sober
• somber
• hackney
• humorless
• grave
• unfunny
• tearful
• doleful
• plaintive
• serious-minded
• woeful
• unamusing
• lachrymose
• uncomic
• dolorous
• sorry

sparkling

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verb

present participle of sparkle

1

as in glowing

to give off sparks

while fireworks that sparkle may be entertaining to look at, they can be highly dangerous when used indoors

Synonyms & Similar Words

• glowing
• shining
• flashing
• sparking
• scintillating
• twinkling
• burning
• blazing
• flaming
• radiating
• lighting (up)
• flaring (up)
• combusting

2

as in glittering

to shoot forth bursts of light

the crystal sparkled in the sunlight

Synonyms & Similar Words

• gleaming
• glittering
• shimmering
• glinting
• shining
• glistening
• flashing
• twinkling
• glimmering
• glowing
• scintillating
• glistering
• glancing
• coruscating
• winking
• spangling
• flaming
• winkling
• lustering
• dazzling
• beaming
• radiating
• blinding
• blazing
• flaring
• glaring
• bedazzling
• dazing
• burning

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of sparkling

Adjective

As recently as five years ago, meme users were still mocking Cullen’s sparkling appearance. — David MacK, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2026

Luis Castillo struck out 10 in seven sparkling innings, helping the Chicago White Sox beat Rhett Lowder and the Cincinnati Reds 5-0 on Wednesday night. — CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026

According to the brand, the sparkling vinegar tonic is inspired by the switchels and shrubs made by Barbadian field workers in the 1600s. — Editors Of Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 12 Aug. 2026

The next couple of slides show a closer look at some of the sparkling waters the family was surrounded by, followed by the fresh pizza Lohan enjoyed one day. — Natalia Senanayake, PEOPLE, 12 Aug. 2026

Small parts of Tuscany also started picking, as well as most sparkling wine regions. — Colleen Barry, Fortune, 11 Aug. 2026

Fill a glass most of the way with sparkling water, add a splash of blueberry juice and serve over ice. — Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 11 Aug. 2026

The Paige cocktail at Kitty Dare is made with ASW Fiddler bourbon, Blended Family Peach liqueur, peach puree and sparkling wine. — Angela Hansberger, AJC.com, 7 Aug. 2026

Pour 3 ounces nonalcoholic sparkling wine, 2 ounces apple-thyme cordial and 1 ounce tonic over ice. — Ryan Brennan august 7, Charlotte Observer, 7 Aug. 2026

Verb

Per its Sotheby’s auction listing, scrolls of diamonds are interrupted by sparkling floral motifs, while a romantic heart emblem sits at the center. — Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 17 Aug. 2026

To make the mocktail, add 1-2 tablespoons of ACV to a glass of still or sparkling water. — Jennifer Berger, Verywell Health, 17 Aug. 2026

After it was reinstalled, the sparkling gem became the must-see exhibit of the exposition. — Hadley Hall Meares, Vanity Fair, 17 Aug. 2026

The ever-changing menu features menu a variety of white, red, and sparkling blends for $20 per person. — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 15 Aug. 2026

At first spritz, you’re instantly enchanted and uplifted by sparkling, tart notes of pomelo and yuzu. — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 12 Aug. 2026

Enter Nature’s Organic, which was launched in Fremont in 2017, later expanded to Sunnyvale and has recently opened a bright, sparkling new shop on the avenue in downtown Campbell. — Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 11 Aug. 2026

Available in a pack of four cans, this sparkling beverage is practically made for passing around the picnic blanket or sipping by the pool. — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Aug. 2026

Fresh berries, citrus and sparkling water make these summer mocktail recipes perfect for warm-weather parties. — Ryan Brennan august 9, Kansas City Star, 9 Aug. 2026