lighthearted
See also: light-hearted
English
Alternative forms
- light-hearted
Etymology
From Middle English lyght hertyd, liȝt-hertid, equivalent to light + hearted.
Adjective
lighthearted (comparative more lighthearted, superlative most lighthearted)
- Joyful, glad, taking pleasure in being alive; not depressed or sad.
- The lighthearted young lovers ran over the hills.
- Enjoyably lacking of seriousness, not grave.
- His lighthearted banjo performance was appreciated because it relieved the tension in tight situations.
Related terms
- lightheaded
Translations
joyful
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enjoyable lack of seriousness
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