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Meaning of lightsome in English

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈlaɪtsəm/

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    lightsome

    Definitions

    1. moving easily and quickly

    Examples

    • « nimble »
    • « the dancer was light and graceful »
    • « a lightsome buoyant step »
    • « walked with a light tripping step »

    Synonyms

    • light-footed
  2. 2. carefree and happy and lighthearted

    Examples

    • « was loved for her blithe spirit »
    • « a merry blithesome nature »
    • « her lighthearted nature »
    • « trilling songs with a lightsome heart »

    Synonyms

    • cheerful

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