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lightness
1[ lahyt-nis ]
/ ˈlaɪt nɪs /
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noun
the state or quality of being light in weight: the amazing lightness of the new metal.
the quality of being agile, nimble, or graceful.
lack of pressure or burdensomeness.
lack of seriousness; levity in actions, thoughts, or speech: That kind of lightness seemed out of place.
gaiety of manner, speech, style, etc.; cheerfulness: His lightness was just what the party needed.
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lightness2
[ lahyt-nis ]
/ ˈlaɪt nɪs /
noun
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British Dictionary definitions for lightness
lightness
/ (ˈlaɪtnɪs) /
noun
the attribute of an object or colour that enables an observer to judge the extent to which the object or colour reflects or transmits incident lightSee also colour
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