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Definition of sparkling

sparkling

/ˈspɑːr.klɪŋ/
spark · ling
Adverb:sparklingly
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1

Shining brightly with flashes of light; glittering or gleaming.

Example

"The morning sun reflected off the sparkling surface of the mountain lake."

2

(Of a drink, especially water or wine) effervescent; containing bubbles of carbon dioxide.

Example

"The waiter asked whether the guests preferred still or sparkling water with their meal."

3

Vivacious, witty, and brilliantly engaging.

Example

"Her sparkling conversation and quick wit made the dinner party memorable."

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• Rhymes for sparkling

• Nearby Words

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sparkler
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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English as the present participle of 'sparkle', a frequentative verb derived from the Old English 'spearca' (spark).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Sparkling. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/sparkling
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