Twinkly: meaning, definitions and examples
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twinkly
[ ˈtwɪŋkli ]
visual description
The term 'twinkly' describes something that shines with a flickering or sparkling light. It is often used to depict stars in the night sky, decorative lights during festive seasons, or anything that emits a bright, playful shimmer. This adjective suggests a sense of whimsy and charm, evoking feelings of joy and wonder. 'Twinkly' may also describe someone who has bright, sparkling eyes full of excitement or mischief.
Synonyms
dazzling, glimmering, glittering, shimmering, sparkling.
Examples of usage
- The twinkly lights brightened up the entire room.
- She gazed up at the twinkly stars.
- His twinkly eyes revealed his playful nature.
Translations
Translations of the word "twinkly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 brilhante
🇮🇳 चमकदार
🇩🇪 funkelnd
🇮🇩 berkilau
🇺🇦 мерехтливий
🇵🇱 migoczący
🇯🇵 きらきらした
🇫🇷 scintillant
🇪🇸 destellante
🇹🇷 parlak
🇰🇷 반짝이는
🇸🇦 متلألئ
🇨🇿 iskřící
🇸🇰 iskriaci
🇨🇳 闪烁的
🇸🇮 iskreča
🇮🇸 glitrandi
🇰🇿 жылтыр
🇬🇪 ბრწყინვალე
🇦🇿 parıldayan
🇲🇽 destellante
Etymology
The word 'twinkly' is derived from the verb 'twinkle,' which originates from Middle English 'twinklen,' meaning to shine or glitter. The roots of the word can be traced back even further to Old English 'twinclian,' which literally describes the act of flickering or shining intermittently. The idea of twinkling is often associated with celestial bodies like stars, creating a sense of wonder and excitement. Over the centuries, 'twinkly' has come to be closely linked to various forms of light, particularly in contexts of celebration, such as Christmas lights or fireworks. Its playful connotation has allowed the word to evolve into a term that encompasses both literal and metaphorical meanings, resonating with themes of joy and enchantment.