lightness

noun
UK: /ˈlaɪtnəs/
US: /ˈlaɪtnəs/

  1. The state or quality of being light in weight.

    1. The cake's lightness surprised everyone at the party.
    2. The balloon's lightness allowed it to float effortlessly into the sky, captivating the children.

  2. The quality of being bright or pale in color.

    1. The lightness of the room made it feel bigger.
    2. The artist captured the scene's ethereal lightness with delicate strokes and shimmering hues.

  3. The state of being cheerful or free from trouble.

    1. Her lightness made everyone smile around her.
    2. Despite recent challenges, she maintained a sense of lightness, approaching each day with optimism.

Synonyms

brightness

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "lightness" in English means: The state or quality of being light in weight., The quality of being bright or pale in color., The state of being cheerful or free from trouble..

The phonetic transcription of "lightness" is /ˈlaɪtnəs/ in British English and /ˈlaɪtnəs/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "lightness": brightness.

Example usage of "lightness": "The cake's lightness surprised everyone at the party.". More examples on the page.