noun
lightness
LYT-nuhs
Lightness (noun) means the state of weighing little, or of exerting little force. Example: “The lightness of the fabric made it perfect for summer.”
noun
1
The state of weighing little, or of exerting little force.
"The lightness of the fabric made it perfect for summer."
2
How light or dark a color appears; brightness.
"You can adjust the lightness of the color in the editing software."
3
A cheerful, easygoing, or carefree quality.
"There was a lightness to her tone despite the bad news."
How to use lightness
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe quality of being light — in weight, color, or mood.
Common pairings
lightness of touch
a sense of lightness
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Word forms
- Plural
- lightnesses
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Etymology
From Old English lihtnes, formed from light + the noun suffix -ness.
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What does “lightness” mean?
The word “lightness” means the state of weighing little, or of exerting little force. In plain terms, the quality of being light — in weight, color, or mood.
How do you pronounce “lightness”?
“Lightness” is pronounced LYT-nuhs (/ˈlaɪtnəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “lightness” in a sentence?
Here is “lightness” used in a sentence: “The lightness of the fabric made it perfect for summer.”
What part of speech is “lightness”?
“Lightness” is a noun.
Where does the word “lightness” come from?
The word “lightness” comes from Old English. From Old English lihtnes, formed from light + the noun suffix -ness.
How many meanings does “lightness” have?
“Lightness” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the state of weighing little, or of exerting little force.
