frothiness

noun

Definition of frothinessnext
as in lightness
a lack of seriousness often at an improper time try to restrain your natural frothiness at least for the duration of the lecture

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Recent Examples of frothiness To be sure, many market onlookers are starting to sound alarms about the frothiness of the market. — Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2025 The frothiness, the thinner consistency and the creamy flavor profile combined to form the perfect drink for me on a hot August day at the fair. — Mia Thurow, jsonline.com, 9 Aug. 2025 And there are ongoing concerns of an overvalued market, given the frothiness in AI valuations. — Sarah Min, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for frothiness
  1. lightness
  2. glee
  3. cheerfulness
  4. silliness
  5. levity
  6. frivolity
Noun
  • There was a sort of lightness to the mood of a team that was still trying to absorb the news.
    — Paul Tenorio, New York Times, 5 July 2026
  • Hughes suggests a dusty pink or light beige to lift and soften the richness of the floor, while Alonso notes that cooler neutrals can offer a nice contrast, adding some lightness to the room.
    — Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 July 2026
Definition of lightness
Noun
  • Although Jones takes responsibility for the hurt and dysfunction his compulsive tomcatting caused, the legendary lothario details his conquests with barely disguised glee.
    — Hadley Hall Meares, Vanity Fair, 3 July 2026
  • Now, there is country-wide camaraderie and glee, mainstream momentum like never before.
    — Henry Bushnell, New York Times, 2 July 2026
Definition of glee
Noun
  • How is one not enamored of the Dutch fans’ togetherness and cheerfulness, or the costumes and smiles of the Japanese fans?
    — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 25 June 2026
  • Finns may not be known for demonstrative cheerfulness, nor necessarily for being makers of excessively happy music.
    — Classical Music Critic, Los Angeles Times, 23 June 2026
Definition of cheerfulness
Noun
  • The silliness of that aspect of the story is baked into this interpretation, with several very meta acknowledgments.
    — Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 30 June 2026
  • No, no jersey burnings or any of that silliness in the wake of Antetokounmpo working his way out of Milwaukee.
    — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 27 June 2026
Definition of silliness
Noun
  • Playing bass in his place is Rob Jost, while harpist Mikaela Davis hops on a few tracks for levity, too.
    — Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 25 June 2026
  • The brand has been making objects for the kitchen and table since 1921, with many of their playful pieces offering a bit of levity and never taking themselves too seriously.
    — Angela Tafoya, Architectural Digest, 23 June 2026
Definition of levity
Noun
  • Dying was such a momentous thing to do, and while Matthew, their dear friend, their cousin-brother, had been off doing it, the women had occupied themselves with such frivolities as cleaning and heat.
    — Danielle Parker, CBS News, 30 June 2026
  • Simone empties out the frivolities and installs her unique despair.
    — Wesley Morris, New York Times, 9 June 2026
Definition of frivolity

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“Frothiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frothiness. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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