spangled
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈspæŋɡəld/
KK: /ˈspæŋɡəld/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that is decorated with small, shiny pieces or spots, often reflecting light.
Example
The dress was beautiful, covered in spangled sequins that sparkled in the light.
Conversation
Did you see the new dress Sarah wore to the party?
Yes, it was so beautiful and spangled!
I know, right? It really caught everyone's attention.
Absolutely! She looked like a star in that outfit.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
sparkled
dotted
twinkling
Antonyms
plain
unadorned
dull
verb
Definition
To cover something with small, shiny objects that reflect light, often used to describe something that sparkles or glitters.
Example
The dress was spangled with tiny jewels that caught the light beautifully.
Tense Forms
Past: spangled
Past Participle: spangled
Conversation
Did you see the dress she wore last night?
Yes, it was so beautiful and spangled with sequins!
I know, right? It really caught the light perfectly.
Root Explanation
Spangled → It is formed from "spangle" (from Middle English *spangel*, meaning a small shining object or a sparkle) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a past participle or adjective form). The word "spangled" describes something that is adorned with small shining objects or sparkles.
Memory Tip
Think of small shining objects or sparkles ('spangle') that decorate something, and the '-ed' shows that it has been adorned.
Visually Confused Words
unspangled
septangled
sprangle
angled
subangled
sexangled
septangle
respangle