/ ˈspɑːklɪŋ; NAmE ˈspɑːrk-/ adjective
1.
(also less frequent , informal sparkly / ˈspɑːkli; NAmE ˈspɑːrkli/) shining and flashing with light :
the calm and sparkling waters of the lake
sparkling blue eyes
2.
( of drinks ) containing bubbles of gas
SYN fizzy :
a sparkling wine
sparkling mineral water
3.
interesting and amusing :
a sparkling conversation / personality
4.
excellent; of very good quality
SYN brilliant :
The champion was in sparkling form .