Definition

Describing something that shines or glitters with small flashes of light, often used to refer to objects that are bright and eye-catching.

Example

She wore a sparkly dress to the party that caught everyone's attention.

Conversation

Did you see the new dress Sarah wore to the party?

Yes! It was so sparkly and glamorous!

I know, right? She always knows how to stand out.

Absolutely! That sparkly style really suits her.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sparkly → It is formed from "spark" (from Old English *spearca*, meaning a small particle of fire or light) and "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "sparkly" describes something that shines or glitters in a manner reminiscent of sparks.

Memory Tip

Think of small particles of fire or light ('spark') that shine brightly, and remember that 'sparkly' means something that shines in a similar way.

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