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
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Examples of lighthearted in a Sentence
his lighthearted attitude in the face of danger was the source of some concern
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—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 1 Feb. 2025
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Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 1 Feb. 2025
Their interaction is awkward, largely due to their age difference, but Phaedra’s undeniable charm keeps things entertaining and lighthearted.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 27 Jan. 2025
In a lighthearted trailer for Stella Artois’ forthcoming Super Bowl 2025 commercial, the soccer legend, 49, and his parents (played by actors) share a beer and some groundbreaking news.
—Luke Chinman, People.com, 23 Jan. 2025
That’s the kind of boy who sets in motion the plot of One of Them Days, a lighthearted and sometimes fun buddy comedy starring Keke Palmer and SZA, with the music superstar in her feature-film debut.
—Alphonse Pierre, Pitchfork, 22 Jan. 2025
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“Lighthearted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lighthearted. Accessed 10 Feb. 2025.
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lighthearted
adjective
light·heart·ed
-ˈhärt-əd
: free from worry
lightheartedly
adverb
lightheartedness
noun
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