sparkly

word

Definition

Something that is sparkly shines with many small points of light or glitters, often because it reflects light.

Usage & Nuances

"Sparkly" is informal and often used to describe clothes, jewelry, makeup, decorations, or anything with glitter or light-reflecting qualities. Common collocations: 'sparkly dress', 'sparkly eyes', 'sparkly shoes'. Don’t confuse with 'shiny', which means simply bright and reflective but not necessarily with multiple, glittering points.

Example Sentences

She wore a sparkly dress to the party.

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The ring was very sparkly under the lights.

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The sparkly decorations made the room look magical.

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I love buying sparkly nail polish for special occasions.

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She has those sparkly eyes that catch everyone's attention.

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My kids love wearing sparkly shoes to school—they say it makes them feel like superheroes!

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