lighthearted
adjectiveHow many syllables in lighthearted?
There are 3 syllables in the word lighthearted.How to pronounce lighthearted:
Definition of lighthearted:
- lighthearted (adjective):
- carefree and happy and lighthearted.
- free from care, anxiety, or seriousness happy-go-lucky
Synonyms for lighthearted:
blasé
blithe
blithesome
breezy
carefree
casual
cavalier
cheerful
debonair
devil-may-care
easygoing
gay
happy-go-lucky
informal
insouciant
light-hearted
lightsome
nonchalant
relaxed
slaphappy
unconcerned
Antonyms for lighthearted:
afflicted
afraid
aggravated
agitated
anguished
annoyed
antsy
anxious
apprehensive
avid
bothered
careworn
caring
chagrined
concerned
confused
curious
depressed
discombobulated
discomposed
disconcerted
dismayed
distraught
distressed
disturbed
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