Lightly: meaning, definitions and examples

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lightly

 

[ หˆlaษชtli ]

Adverb / Adjective / Noun
Context #1 | Adverb

in a gentle or delicate manner

In a gentle or delicate manner, without putting much pressure or force. It can also refer to something done with ease or without much difficulty.

Synonyms

delicately, gently, softly.

Examples of usage

  • She lightly touched his shoulder to get his attention.
  • He lightly jogged around the park for his morning exercise.
  • The fabric was so soft, it floated lightly in the breeze.
Context #2 | Adjective

not heavily or firmly fixed in place

Not heavily or firmly fixed in place, easily movable. It can also describe something that is not dense or weighty.

Synonyms

lightly built, loosely, softly.

Examples of usage

  • The curtains were made of a lightly woven fabric.
  • She wore a lightly colored dress to the party.
  • He carried the box lightly, as if it were empty.
Context #3 | Noun

a light beer or wine

A light beer or wine, often chosen for its lower alcohol content or calorie count. It can also refer to a beverage that is not strong or heavy in taste.

Synonyms

low-alcohol, low-calorie.

Examples of usage

  • She ordered a lightly brewed beer at the bar.
  • The restaurant offered a selection of lightly wines for those watching their calorie intake.

Translations

Translations of the word "lightly" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น levemente

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคนเคฒเฅเค•เฅ‡ เคธเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช leicht

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ ringan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะปะตะณะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ lekko

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ปฝใ (karuku)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท lรฉgรจrement

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ligeramente

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท hafifรงe

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฐ€๋ณ๊ฒŒ (gabyeopge)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุฎูู‘ุฉ (bikhifa)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ lehce

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ฤพahko

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ฝป่ฝปๅœฐ (qฤซngqฤซng de)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ rahlo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ lรฉtt

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะตาฃั–ะป

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒกแƒฃแƒ‘แƒฃแƒฅแƒแƒ“ (msubuแธณad)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yรผngรผlcษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ ligeramente

Etymology

The word 'lightly' originates from the Middle English word 'lightly', which means 'not heavily'. It has been used since the 13th century to describe actions or objects that are not firmly fixed, gentle, or delicate. Over time, 'lightly' has evolved to also describe things that are easy or effortless. It is a versatile word that can be used in various contexts to convey a sense of lightness or ease.

See also: enlighten, highlight, light, lighten, lightened, lightening, lighter, lightheaded, lightheadedness, lighthearted, lightheartedly, lightheartedness, lighting, lightness, lightweight, relight.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,300 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.