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
Examples of lighthearted in a Sentence
his lighthearted attitude in the face of danger was the source of some concern
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 20 Mar. 2025
In true comedian fashion, Morgan also included a lighthearted joke about his willingness to go through it again if that meant his squad would take home another win.
—Regina Cho, VIBE.com, 18 Mar. 2025
Ahead, browse some of the best Easter wishes for family and friends—whether religious, lighthearted, or funny for the kids.
—Kara Nesvig, Parents, 17 Mar. 2025
In a more lighthearted turn of events, the finale also set up a potential love triangle between Morgan, Karadec, and Tom, the janitor played by JD Pardo.
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 16 Mar. 2025
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“Lighthearted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lighthearted. Accessed 26 Mar. 2025.
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lighthearted
adjective
light·heart·ed
-ˈhärt-əd
: free from worry
lightheartedly
adverb
lightheartedness
noun
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