sparkling

/ˈspɑrklɪŋ/
adjective
  1. Shining with small flashes of light; glittering.
    • The sparkling water of the lake reflected the moonlight.
    • The morning dew left sparkling drops on the grass.
    • She wore a sparkling necklace to the wedding.
  2. (of a drink) containing bubbles of gas; effervescent.
    • We toasted with glasses of sparkling cider.
    • The party had both still and sparkling beverages.
    • She prefers sparkling water over still water.
  3. Lively, vivacious, or brilliantly clever.
    • He gave a sparkling performance that earned a standing ovation.
    • Her sparkling personality made her the life of the party.
    • The conversation was full of sparkling wit and humor.
Antonyms
noun
  1. The action or quality of shining with small flashes of light.
    • I love the sparkling of sunlight on the ocean.
    • The sparkling of her jewelry caught everyone's attention.
    • The sparkling of the fireworks amazed the crowd.
verb
  1. Present participle of sparkle; to shine with small flashes of light.
    • The stars were sparkling in the clear night sky.
    • Her eyes were sparkling with excitement.
    • The diamond ring was sparkling under the bright lights.