lighthearted
adjective
light·heart·ed
ˈlīt-ˌhär-təd 
1
: free from care, anxiety, or seriousness : happy-go-lucky
a lighthearted mood
2
: cheerfully optimistic and hopeful : easygoing
they can be lighthearted in the midst of misery—
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lightheartedly
adverb
lightheartedness
noun
Synonyms
Examples of lighthearted in a Sentence
his lighthearted attitude in the face of danger was the source of some concern
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An argument between Maria and Sigmund regarding the latter’s inability to sort the family’s laundry properly seems lighthearted at first, before revealing the deep fissures in their relationship.
—Frank Scheck, The Hollywood Reporter, 2 July 2024
Though the shape itself was ultra-precise, the black hue still felt lighthearted and romantic.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 27 June 2024
The two reunite in a more lighthearted fashion for Netflix’s new romantic comedy A Family Affair.
—Andrea Mandell, Peoplemag, 27 June 2024
Despite a couple’s plans to keep things lighthearted, their summer fling turns serious.
—Becky Meloan, Washington Post, 26 June 2024
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Frank Scheck, The Hollywood Reporter, 2 July 2024
Though the shape itself was ultra-precise, the black hue still felt lighthearted and romantic.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 27 June 2024
The two reunite in a more lighthearted fashion for Netflix’s new romantic comedy A Family Affair.
—Andrea Mandell, Peoplemag, 27 June 2024
Despite a couple’s plans to keep things lighthearted, their summer fling turns serious.
—Becky Meloan, Washington Post, 26 June 2024
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“Lighthearted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lighthearted. Accessed 15 Jul. 2024.
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lighthearted
adjective
light·heart·ed
-ˈhärt-əd
: free from worry
lightheartedly
adverb
lightheartedness
noun
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