lightness (Meaning)

Wordnet

lightness (n)

a feeling of joy and pride

the property of being comparatively small in weight

the gracefulness of a person or animal that is quick and nimble

having a light color

the visual effect of illumination on objects or scenes as created in pictures

the trait of being lighthearted and frivolous

Webster

lightness (n.)

The state, condition, or quality, of being light or not heavy; buoyancy; levity; fickleness; nimbleness; delicacy; grace.

Illumination, or degree of illumination; as, the lightness of a room.

Absence of depth or of duskiness in color; as, the lightness of a tint; lightness of complexion.

lightness Sentence Examples

  1. The lightness of the feather allowed it to float gracefully in the breeze.
  2. The white tablecloth brought an air of lightness and brightness to the dining room.
  3. The lightness of her voice belied the weight of her words.
  4. The poet's language possessed a lightness and fluidity that transported readers to distant realms.
  5. The lightness of her steps betrayed her youthful exuberance.
  6. The dancer's movements exuded lightness and grace, as if she were weightless.
  7. The lightness of the clouds hinted at an impending storm.
  8. The burden of her secrets seemed to weigh on her, diminishing her usual lightness of spirit.
  9. The lightness of her touch sent shivers down his spine.
  10. The lightness of the moon's glow cast an ethereal glow over the sleeping village.

FAQs About the word lightness

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The lightness of the feather allowed it to float gracefully in the breeze.

The white tablecloth brought an air of lightness and brightness to the dining room.

The lightness of her voice belied the weight of her words.

The poet's language possessed a lightness and fluidity that transported readers to distant realms.