1. resembling a sparrow in appearance, behavior, or characteristics

Examples

• The small, sparrowlike bird hopped along the fence.
• She had sparrowlike features with bright, alert eyes.
• The finch’s sparrowlike coloring helped it blend into the bushes.
• His sparrowlike movements were quick and nervous.
• The researcher identified several sparrowlike species in the area.
• Her sparrowlike voice was soft but clear.