Blitheness: meaning, definitions and examples

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blitheness

 

[ ˈblaɪð.nəs ]

Context #1

feeling

Blitheness is the quality of being light-hearted and cheerful, showing a carefree and happy attitude.

Synonyms

cheerfulness, lightheartedness, merriment

Examples of usage

  • Her blitheness was infectious, spreading joy to everyone around her.
  • Despite the challenges she faced, she maintained a sense of blitheness in her demeanor.
Context #2

mood

Blitheness can also refer to a state of happiness and contentment, marked by a lack of worry or stress.

Synonyms

contentment, happiness, joy

Examples of usage

  • The blitheness of the summer day filled the air with a sense of peace and tranquility.
  • His blitheness was evident in the way he whistled as he worked.

Translations

Translations of the word "blitheness" in other languages:

🇵🇹 alegria

🇮🇳 प्रसन्नता

🇩🇪 Fröhlichkeit

🇮🇩 kegembiraan

🇺🇦 безтурботність

🇵🇱 beztroska

🇯🇵 陽気

🇫🇷 joie

🇪🇸 alegría

🇹🇷 neşe

🇰🇷 명랑함

🇸🇦 بهجة

🇨🇿 veselost

🇸🇰 veselosť

🇨🇳 愉快

🇸🇮 veselost

🇮🇸 gleði

🇰🇿 қуаныш

🇬🇪 სიხარული

🇦🇿 sevinç

🇲🇽 alegría

Word origin

The word 'blitheness' originates from the Middle English 'blithe' meaning 'happy' or 'joyous'. Over time, it evolved to encompass the qualities of cheerfulness and carefreeness. The suffix '-ness' adds the notion of a state or quality. In modern usage, 'blitheness' is often associated with a positive and upbeat attitude.