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
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2
as in glittering
to shoot forth bursts of light
the crystal sparkled in the sunlight
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as in gleaming
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as in merry
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Recent Examples of sparkling
Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2025
Although the tall, slim, and elegant shape is appealing, that Champagne flute isn’t doing your spectacular sparkling wine any favors.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Aug. 2025
Drawing such conclusions from two, admittedly sparkling, performances is ridiculous.
—Zak Garner-Purkis, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
If desired, top with sparkling water.
—Elizabeth Nelson, Southern Living, 30 Aug. 2025
Wine sampling was plentiful, featuring a selection of pours of Chardonnay to Pinot Noir to Reisling and sparkling wines from Traverse Wine Coast wineries.
—Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Swift turned to Bob Mackie to help outfit her in authentic, sparkling Jubilee!
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 26 Aug. 2025
Shout out to production designer Mark Ricker whose ultra modern buildings and furnishings tell us much about the Roses, along with Florian Hoffmeister’s crisp and sparkling cinematography.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 25 Aug. 2025
This new album art features Swift, 35, in a sparkling headdress featuring jewels in two stars and dramatic makeup.
—Marina Watts, People.com, 25 Aug. 2025
Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 2 Sep. 2025
Founded by designer Ami Austin in 2004, the firm is known for its impactful interiors, which frequently combine sparkling lighting, rich color palettes, metallic accents, and antiques with presence.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 2 Sep. 2025
The actress opted for a simple glam and minimal accessories at the Venice festival — just a pair of sparkling earrings and a single ring — letting her Dior dress do all of the talking.
—Bailey Richards, People.com, 31 Aug. 2025
The deep alpine lake straddling the state lines of California and Nevada needs no introduction—Lake Tahoe’s sparkling, cobalt blue waters and sweeping Sierra Nevada mountain views have been mesmerizing people for centuries.
—Christina Pérez, Vogue, 30 Aug. 2025
Passengers would spend hours preparing for the occasion, women in sparkling gowns and men in crisp tuxedos, before parading through the ship for photographs and enjoying a gala dinner.
—David Nikel, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Next door, the towering crevice of the Inland Sea connects a shallow pool on the inside of the cliff face to the sea, framing views of the sparkling sapphire waters with soaring dark rock.
—AFAR Media, 28 Aug. 2025
From flocked Christmas trees to sparkling yard decor, this lineup makes festive decorating easy and stress-free.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Aug. 2025
Osaka also donned sparkling red roses in her hair.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 27 Aug. 2025
Verb
Oud Zarian opens with a bright, sparkling lift of bergamot and ginger that sets an unexpectedly fresh stage for such a weighty central ingredient.
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2025
Although the tall, slim, and elegant shape is appealing, that Champagne flute isn’t doing your spectacular sparkling wine any favors.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Aug. 2025
Drawing such conclusions from two, admittedly sparkling, performances is ridiculous.
—Zak Garner-Purkis, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
If desired, top with sparkling water.
—Elizabeth Nelson, Southern Living, 30 Aug. 2025
Wine sampling was plentiful, featuring a selection of pours of Chardonnay to Pinot Noir to Reisling and sparkling wines from Traverse Wine Coast wineries.
—Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Swift turned to Bob Mackie to help outfit her in authentic, sparkling Jubilee!
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 26 Aug. 2025
Shout out to production designer Mark Ricker whose ultra modern buildings and furnishings tell us much about the Roses, along with Florian Hoffmeister’s crisp and sparkling cinematography.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 25 Aug. 2025
This new album art features Swift, 35, in a sparkling headdress featuring jewels in two stars and dramatic makeup.
—Marina Watts, People.com, 25 Aug. 2025
Adjective
These sparkling algal blooms are a natural phenomenon, but their abundance and length have increased rapidly since the 1990s, Pensak said.
—Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 2 Sep. 2025
Founded by designer Ami Austin in 2004, the firm is known for its impactful interiors, which frequently combine sparkling lighting, rich color palettes, metallic accents, and antiques with presence.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 2 Sep. 2025
The actress opted for a simple glam and minimal accessories at the Venice festival — just a pair of sparkling earrings and a single ring — letting her Dior dress do all of the talking.
—Bailey Richards, People.com, 31 Aug. 2025
The deep alpine lake straddling the state lines of California and Nevada needs no introduction—Lake Tahoe’s sparkling, cobalt blue waters and sweeping Sierra Nevada mountain views have been mesmerizing people for centuries.
—Christina Pérez, Vogue, 30 Aug. 2025
Passengers would spend hours preparing for the occasion, women in sparkling gowns and men in crisp tuxedos, before parading through the ship for photographs and enjoying a gala dinner.
—David Nikel, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Next door, the towering crevice of the Inland Sea connects a shallow pool on the inside of the cliff face to the sea, framing views of the sparkling sapphire waters with soaring dark rock.
—AFAR Media, 28 Aug. 2025
From flocked Christmas trees to sparkling yard decor, this lineup makes festive decorating easy and stress-free.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Aug. 2025
Osaka also donned sparkling red roses in her hair.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 27 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sparkling
Verb
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Ahead of the season, the set has already garnered glowing reviews from Amazon shoppers for its versatility.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Sep. 2025
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That interaction produces glowing arcs and rays of green and red light.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Verb
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One of the most dazzling superpowers of using toothpaste as a cleaner can be seen in a gleaming shower door.—
Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott,
Southern Living,
5 Sep. 2025
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Think gleaming marble, intricate mosaic, and rich wood.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
5 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Set in the early 1990s, this nostalgic coming-of-age C-drama follows a bubbly girl and a brooding boy who grow up together and try to navigate life and love across time and change.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
31 Aug. 2025
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Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, until the cheese melts and the casserole is bubbly.—
Robin Miller,
AZCentral.com,
29 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Monroe, tasked with embodying Cherry’s transformation, gives a quietly affecting performance that blossoms into something radiant as her bond with Hero strengthens.—
Leila Latif,
IndieWire,
5 Sep. 2025
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So carefree, fearless, brave and radiant.—
Staff Author,
PEOPLE,
4 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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From a massive 9-foot fir to a charming 3-foot tabletop tree, score up to 58% off a one-time buy that’ll last for years of merry memories.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Aug. 2025
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While Materialists sticks to the bounds of its love triangle, Splitsville suggests the more, the merrier.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
22 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Success won’t come by individuals shining.—
Andy Naylor,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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Reality Check is a Bee series holding officials and organizations accountable and shining a light on their decisions.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Advertisement Advertisement A recent spate of darkly glittering comedies give us the opportunity to do just that.—
Stephanie Zacharek,
Time,
4 Sep. 2025
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By day, guests linger with coffee under the glittering chandelier, with digital nomads and California tech bros collaborating over laptops.—
Lauren Mowery,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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What to See The journey begins in the northeastern city of Reims, the unofficial capital of Champagne, where Gothic grandeur and effervescent indulgence coexist.—
Jennifer Schwartz,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Aug. 2025
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Fresh, effervescent and lively with flavor.—
Rachel Bernhard,
jsonline.com,
29 Aug. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Sparkling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sparkling. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.
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