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lightheartedly

The word “lightheartedly” has 4 syllables: light-heart-ed-ly

It's pronounced as /ˌlaɪtˈhɑr.t̬ɪd.li/

What is synonym and antonym for lightheartedly?

In the thesaurus, “lightheartedly” has 75 synonyms and 37 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for lightheartedly along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for lightheartedly

Antonyms for lightheartedly

  • abjectly
  • blackly
  • bleakly
  • cheerlessly
  • darkly
  • dejectedly
  • despondently
  • disconsolately
  • dismally
  • dispiritedly
  • dolefully
  • dolorously
  • dourly
  • drearily
  • forlornly
  • gloomily
  • glumly
  • grudgingly
  • heavily
  • mirthlessly
  • miserably
  • morosely
  • mournfully
  • pessimistically
  • plaintively
  • sadly
  • solemnly
  • sorrowfully
  • sourly
  • sternly
  • sulkily
  • sullenly
  • unhappily
  • unluckily
  • unsuccessfully
  • unwillingly
  • wretchedly

Meanings of lightheartedly

  • adverb
    1. In a cheerful, carefree, relaxed, or playful manner; without seriousness, worry, or heaviness.

Example Sentences

  • She lightheartedly joked about getting lost on the trip.
  • He lightheartedly responded to the unexpected question.
  • They lightheartedly discussed their childhood memories.
  • The host lightheartedly introduced the next speaker.
  • She lightheartedly laughed at her own mistake.

On this page you'll find 112 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to lightheartedly, such as: abjectly, agreeably, airily, amicably, amusedly, blackly, bleakly.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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