adjective

Sparky

Sparky (adjective) means Lively, energetic, and full of spirit. Example: “She gave a sparky interview full of quick, witty answers.”

adjective

Lively, energetic, and full of spirit.

"She gave a sparky interview full of quick, witty answers."

noun

A British informal term for an electrician.

"They called a sparky to fix the wiring in the attic."

How to use Sparky

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishLively and energetic, or (British slang) an electrician.

When to use it

"Sparky" meaning electrician is informal British slang.

sparkier comparative, sparkies plural, sparkiest superlative

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From "spark" plus the adjective suffix "-y," suggesting liveliness like an electrical spark.

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What does “Sparky” mean?

The word “Sparky” means lively, energetic, and full of spirit. In plain terms, lively and energetic, or (British slang) an electrician.

How do you use “Sparky” in a sentence?

Here is “Sparky” used in a sentence: “She gave a sparky interview full of quick, witty answers.”

What part of speech is “Sparky”?

Depending on how it is used, “Sparky” can be an adjective and a noun.

How many meanings does “Sparky” have?

“Sparky” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: lively, energetic, and full of spirit.