sparkling
adjective (INTERESTING) /ˈspɑː.klɪŋ/
/ˈspɑːr-/ Definition
C1 energetic and interesting: a sparkling performance sparkling conversation/witThe qualities of light
(Definition of sparkling adjective (INTERESTING) from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus
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Synonyms and related words:
- ablaze adjective
- aglow adjective
- backlit adjective
- blinding adjective
- bright adjective (LIGHT)
- brilliant adjective (SHINING)
- coruscating adjective
- floodlit adjective
- gleaming adjective
- glittering adjective (BRIGHT LIGHT)
- glittery adjective
- lambent adjective
- luminous adjective
- lustrous adjective
- opalescent adjective
- optical adjective
- spangly adjective
- torchlight adjective
- ultraviolet adjective
- wet-look adjective
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The qualities of light
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