adj
lighthearted
Lighthearted (adj) means Happy and cheerful, without worry or sadness.
adj
1
Happy and cheerful, without worry or sadness.
"The lighthearted young lovers ran over the hills."
2
Not meant to be taken too seriously; playful and easy-going.
"His lighthearted banjo performance was appreciated because it relieved the tension in tight situations."
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Etymology
Came into English from Middle English lyght hertyd or liȝt-hertid, from the adjective light plus herted or hertid ("having a disposition", an adjective; equivalent to light + hearted), itself from the noun herte. See further at light, heart and -ed.
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What is the meaning of lighthearted?
"lighthearted" (adj) means happy and cheerful, without worry or sadness.
What is another word for lighthearted?
Other words for "lighthearted" include blithe, blithesome, lightsome.
What is the opposite of lighthearted?
Opposites of "lighthearted" include somber, solemn.
What are the different meanings of lighthearted?
"lighthearted" has 2 main meanings: 1. Happy and cheerful, without worry or sadness; 2. Not meant to be taken too seriously; playful and easy-going.
