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English
Etymology
From Middle English lyght hertyd, liȝt-hertid, from light (adjective) + herted, hertid (“having a disposition”, adjective)[1] (equivalent to light + hearted), from the noun herte. See more at light, heart, -ed.
Pronunciation
Adjective
lighthearted (comparative more lighthearted, superlative most lighthearted)
- Joyful, glad, taking pleasure in being alive; not depressed or sad.
- Synonyms: gladsome, joyous; see also Thesaurus:blissful
The lighthearted young lovers ran over the hills.
2024 May 1, Charles M. Blow, “Kamala Harris Isn’t Americans’ ‘Momala.’ She’s Our Vice President.”, in The New York Times:On Monday, Vice President Kamala Harris appeared on “The Drew Barrymore Show,” and in a lighthearted moment, explained — as she did during the last presidential election cycle — that in her blended family, her stepchildren affectionately call her Momala.
- Enjoyably lacking of seriousness, not grave.
- Synonyms: easygoing, laid-back; see also Thesaurus:carefree
His lighthearted banjo performance was appreciated because it relieved the tension in tight situations.
Derived terms
Translations
enjoyable lack of seriousness
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