noun
lightness
LYT-nuhs
noun
1
The state of weighing little, or of exerting little force.
"The lightness of the fabric made it perfect for summer."
2
How light or dark a color appears; brightness.
"You can adjust the lightness of the color in the editing software."
3
A cheerful, easygoing, or carefree quality.
"There was a lightness to her tone despite the bad news."
How to Use Lightness
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe quality of being light — in weight, color, or mood.
Common pairings
lightness of touch
a sense of lightness
Word Forms
lightnesses plural
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Etymology
From Old English lihtnes, formed from light + the noun suffix -ness.