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