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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We see the artist’s lighthearted side in several images.
Their conspiracy thriller is frequently as lighthearted and moving as it is pulse-pounding.
From Salon
The stoicism of her Seri project is contrasted by the more lighthearted photos she took of people in Juchitán, highlighting the matriarchal culture there.
Although the label is itself lighthearted, its popularity points to a rising undercurrent of fatigue and frustration.
From MarketWatch
The mood at the car wash had once been lighthearted, with employees joking as they sprayed down cars and polished windows.
From Los Angeles Times
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