lighthearted
Americanadjective
Other Word Forms
- lightheartedly adverb
- lightheartedness noun
Etymology
Origin of lighthearted
1375–1425; late Middle English ligt-herted; light 2, heart, -ed 3
Example Sentences
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Though fans may be expecting the show to tackle mental health and other difficult topics, Cudi plans to keep the conversations lighthearted and fun.
From Los Angeles Times
Spend enough time around cybersecurity types, and questions like the one above might feel like lighthearted chitchat.
Throughout its four seasons, “Mormon Wives” has featured lighthearted content like the moms’ love of the soda shop Swig and more weighty topics, including gender roles within the Mormon church.
From Los Angeles Times
If, like the original, the protagonist wakes up as a 30-year-old in today’s modern world, some worry the flick won’t be as lighthearted as the original.
From Los Angeles Times
Though the case is connected to the past and some Easter eggs pop up, don’t expect it to be a lighthearted greatest hits episode.
From Los Angeles Times
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