Definitions

1. noun

a small, brief flash of light, especially one that is seen in the eye of a person or animal when they are excited or attracted by something

“The child’s eyes sparkled with a twinkle of curiosity as she explored the room.”

2. verb

to shine or flash with small, brief sparks of light

“Fireflies began to twinkle in the evening darkness.”

3. verb

to catch the eye and attract attention

“The bright colors of the flower twinkle in the garden, drawing the eye of the viewer.”

4. verb

to shine or glow with a small, brief, sparkling light, especially in the eye

“Her eyes twinkle with laughter when she tells a joke.”

5. noun

the sparkle or shine of light

“A twinkle in her eye suggested that she was up to something mischievous.”