What does sparkish mean?
Sparkish means (dated) Like a spark; airy; gay, lively..
Sparkish
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
(dated) Like a spark; airy; gay, lively..
Definitions by Sense
- (dated) Like a spark; airy; gay, lively.
- (dated) showy; well-dressed
Example Sentences
1697, William Walsh, Preface to John Dryden's The Works of Virgil Is there any thing more parkih and better-humour'd than Venus her accosting her Son in the Dearts of Libya?
Birds that value themselves upon a Sparkish Outside
Synonyms for sparkish
Antonyms for sparkish
Related Words
Word Forms
- more sparkish
- most sparkish
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for sparkish?
Common synonyms include sparkful.
What is the opposite of sparkish?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use sparkish in a sentence?
1697, William Walsh, Preface to John Dryden's The Works of Virgil Is there any thing more parkih and better-humour'd than Venus her accosting her Son in the Dearts of Libya?
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