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lightness

1

[lahyt-nis]

noun

  1. the state or quality of being light lights in weight.

    the amazing lightness of the new metal.

  2. the quality of being agile, nimble, or graceful.

    Synonyms: , , ,
  3. lack of pressure or burdensomeness.

  4. lack of seriousness; levity in actions, thoughts, or speech.

    That kind of lightness seemed out of place.

  5. gaiety of manner, speech, style, etc.; cheerfulness.

    His lightness was just what the party needed.



lightness

2

[lahyt-nis]

noun

  1. the state or quality of being light lights or illuminated.

  2. thin or pale coloration.

  3. the relative degree to which an object reflects light, lights, especially light lights of complementary or nearly complementary colors.

lightness

/ ˈɪٲɪ /

noun

  1. the attribute of an object or colour that enables an observer to judge the extent to which the object or colour reflects or transmits incident light See also colour

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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of lightness1

1175–1225; Middle English. See light 2, -ness

Origin of lightness2

before 1050; Middle English; Old English īٲԱ. See light 1, -ness
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From Hailee Catalano's latest cookbook, “By Heart: Recipes to Hold Near and Dear,” this springtime sundae is “reminiscent of a cozy crumble or crisp but with a bit more lightness.”

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There was a lightness to the proceedings that belied the seriousness of the issues arising as they practiced the play’s final scene.

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Salads, lightness, fresh vinaigrettes, citrus, honey — it all makes me want to pack a picnic.

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It should balance tang, richness and lightness, and it should feel like an integral part of the dessert, not just an afterthought.

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Gray added that she felt there was still hope for “The Bachelor,” especially if producers inject more comedy and lightness into the franchise.

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