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
Susmita Baral, Travel + Leisure, 5 Oct. 2025
Swift turns Taylor's legacy into a sparkling pop bop, fusing old-Hollywood glamour with a modern-day love letter — almost certainly to her fiancé Travis Kelce, USA TODAY's review says.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 3 Oct. 2025
With metallic outfits and coordinating accessories, including silver hooped earrings, sparkling necklaces, super-cool shades, silver heels, and a beaded purse, Barbie Deluxe’s look is one that reigns supreme.
—Pamela Brill, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025
Long associated with black-tie refinement in silk or satin, they’ve been reimagined for day in sparkling mesh, slick leather, and delicate embellishment.
—Minty Mellon, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2025
Sometimes, sparkling numbers don’t translate as smoothly to a true starting capacity.
—The Athletic Nhl, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025
The sparkling moments continued with her jewelry — Blunt completed the glam look with diamond jewelry by De Beers, including diamond chandelier earrings in 18-karat white gold and the brand's matching Arpeggia bracelet.
—Starr Bowenbank, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
Cozy vanilla and rich woods are laced with sparkling ginger and cardamom for a spicy-sweet twist that’s both comforting and irresistible.
—Sarah Kinonen, Allure, 1 Oct. 2025
Carey’s latest era of her career, especially during her working relationship with Rosado, often sees the singer in sparkling gowns for her onstage performances.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2025
Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
Your accessories don’t have to be sparkling, brand-new from the newest home decor store.
—Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 1 Oct. 2025
Perched atop a rugged hill, our suite had a private pool, an outdoor shower and dining area, and postcard views of the sparkling waters–the sunrises from our east-facing bedroom were particularly magical.
—Talia Abbas, Vogue, 30 Sep. 2025
Francis Ford Coppola executive produces this sparkling delight.
—Randy Myers, Mercury News, 30 Sep. 2025
Similar to a margarita, ranch water is made with tequila, lime juice, and sparkling mineral water.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 29 Sep. 2025
The ’07 Phillies and Rockies, the ’08 Brewers, the ’22 Braves — those teams earned postseason berths with sparkling play late.
—Tim Britton, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
Is sparkling water good for you?
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 26 Sep. 2025
In Switzerland, holiday cheer takes over cities and towns as the days grow shorter and sparkling lights stretch across avenues and alleyways.
—AFAR Media, 24 Sep. 2025
Verb
And while local flavors shine, international cuisine is also making its mark, bringing world-class culinary experiences to Bodrum’s sparkling shores.
—Susmita Baral, Travel + Leisure, 5 Oct. 2025
Swift turns Taylor's legacy into a sparkling pop bop, fusing old-Hollywood glamour with a modern-day love letter — almost certainly to her fiancé Travis Kelce, USA TODAY's review says.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 3 Oct. 2025
With metallic outfits and coordinating accessories, including silver hooped earrings, sparkling necklaces, super-cool shades, silver heels, and a beaded purse, Barbie Deluxe’s look is one that reigns supreme.
—Pamela Brill, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025
Long associated with black-tie refinement in silk or satin, they’ve been reimagined for day in sparkling mesh, slick leather, and delicate embellishment.
—Minty Mellon, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2025
Sometimes, sparkling numbers don’t translate as smoothly to a true starting capacity.
—The Athletic Nhl, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025
The sparkling moments continued with her jewelry — Blunt completed the glam look with diamond jewelry by De Beers, including diamond chandelier earrings in 18-karat white gold and the brand's matching Arpeggia bracelet.
—Starr Bowenbank, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
Cozy vanilla and rich woods are laced with sparkling ginger and cardamom for a spicy-sweet twist that’s both comforting and irresistible.
—Sarah Kinonen, Allure, 1 Oct. 2025
Carey’s latest era of her career, especially during her working relationship with Rosado, often sees the singer in sparkling gowns for her onstage performances.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2025
Adjective
An iridescent, three-dimensional butterfly reminiscent of the singer's Lover era popped up as the centerpiece of the gift, and a card with the Grammy winner's full name was set below the sparkling figurine.
—Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
Your accessories don’t have to be sparkling, brand-new from the newest home decor store.
—Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 1 Oct. 2025
Perched atop a rugged hill, our suite had a private pool, an outdoor shower and dining area, and postcard views of the sparkling waters–the sunrises from our east-facing bedroom were particularly magical.
—Talia Abbas, Vogue, 30 Sep. 2025
Francis Ford Coppola executive produces this sparkling delight.
—Randy Myers, Mercury News, 30 Sep. 2025
Similar to a margarita, ranch water is made with tequila, lime juice, and sparkling mineral water.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 29 Sep. 2025
The ’07 Phillies and Rockies, the ’08 Brewers, the ’22 Braves — those teams earned postseason berths with sparkling play late.
—Tim Britton, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
Is sparkling water good for you?
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 26 Sep. 2025
In Switzerland, holiday cheer takes over cities and towns as the days grow shorter and sparkling lights stretch across avenues and alleyways.
—AFAR Media, 24 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sparkling
Verb
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From late March to mid-April, hillsides, parks, and city streets across the country overflow with the glowing pastel pink of sakuras.—
Kristin Braswell,
AFAR Media,
7 Oct. 2025
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Swift said that the album, which has received several glowing reviews as well as numerous ambivalent critiques, has been embraced by the Swiftie fandom.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Museums are free, and so is public transportation, including gleaming new electric trams.—
Vivienne Walt,
Time,
3 Oct. 2025
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Pale woods, vaulted ceilings, and large windows keep the place feeling light and bright even in the darkest part of the year, with views that extend from the mountain peaks to the valley below, gleaming white in the winter and lush with greenery in the summer.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
3 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The curiosity seems to be the blend of his height (7 feet 2), his age (20), his nationality (Chinese) and his bubbly personality.—
Jason Quick,
New York Times,
30 Sep. 2025
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Bake until apples are tender, edges are bubbly, and top is golden, 45 to 60 minutes more.—
Staff Author,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The result is skin that feels calm, hydrated, and radiant.—
Sarah Han,
Allure,
2 Oct. 2025
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This year, at the 2025 Breezy Bowl XX Official Tour After Party, Monica was radiant in long, parted hair with dark pink lipstick and eyeshadow.—
Larry Stansbury,
Essence,
1 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Discovering its contents, day in and day out throughout the course of the merriest month of the year, will give you a taste of Glasshouse Fragrances’ bestselling formulas that please even the pickiest of noses.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
2 Oct. 2025
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Great American Family is making sure that everyone's television screens remain merry and bright this holiday season!—
Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
26 Sep. 2025
Verb
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With the sun shining in your sign until September 22 and both eclipses activating your axis of self and relationships, this month pushes you into taking initiative in your life.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 Oct. 2025
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The heat wave’s finally broken, and the sun’s shining in.—
Anna Gaca,
Pitchfork,
1 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Follow the album drop LIVE with USA TODAY Taylor Swift Reporter Byran West and read USA TODAY's glittering review of Swift's playful pop.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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But behind the glittering resume was a reality defined by her immigration status.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Torrey Pines’ varsity team rides a van to matches with the effervescent Jiamanukoonkit controlling the music selections, rocking to her favorite artist, Olivia Rodrigo.—
Don Norcross,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 Sep. 2025
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Basque Country Txakoli, an effervescent white wine often drunk as an aperitif or paired with seafood, is uniquely Basque.—
Lauren David,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Sparkling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sparkling. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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