lighthearted
Americanadjective
Other Word Forms
- lightheartedly adverb
- lightheartedness noun
Etymology
Origin of lighthearted
1375–1425; late Middle English ligt-herted; light 2, heart, -ed 3
Example Sentences
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“Tampa International Airport regularly shares lighthearted, satirical social-media content as part of our ongoing effort to engage with our followers,” the airport said in a statement to MarketWatch.
From MarketWatch
“Tampa International Airport regularly shares lighthearted, satirical social-media content as part of our ongoing effort to engage with our followers,” the airport said in a statement to MarketWatch.
From MarketWatch
This lighthearted, ladylike reputation created an entire market of products around the sisters and their spirits.
From Literature
Or even some workshops that are more lighthearted, such as a hoped-for night on how to make a broom.
From Los Angeles Times
It would capture our people, our nature, our food and our glamour through a lighthearted, optimistic lens.
From Los Angeles Times
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