sparkling

B2
Pronunciation
/ˈspɑːklɪŋ/
/ˈspɑɹklɪŋ/
Noun
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

Act or appearance of something that sparkles; a sparkle; a gleam.

2 Definition

A sparkling wine.

Verb
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

To emit sparks; to throw off ignited or incandescent particles

Example Sentences
  • The wood was sparkling in the bonfire.
2 Definition

(by extension) To shine as if throwing off sparks; to emit flashes of light; to scintillate; to twinkle

Example Sentences
  • The stars sparkle in the sky.
3 Definition

To manifest itself by, or as if by, emitting sparks; to glisten; to flash.

4 Definition

To emit little bubbles, as certain kinds of liquors; to effervesce

Example Sentences
  • sparkling water
5 Definition

To emit in the form or likeness of sparks.

6 Definition

To disperse.

7 Definition

To scatter on or over.

Adjective
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

Of an object, reflecting light as if giving off tiny sparks.

2 Definition

Of a beverage, especially an alcoholic beverage, containing dissolved carbon dioxide (either naturally or that has been added) that comes out of solution in the form of many tiny bubbles.

3 Definition

Brilliant and vivacious.