ultralight

1 of 2

adjective

ul·​tra·​light ˈəl-trə-ˌlīt 

: extremely light in mass or weight

an ultralight alloy

an ultralight pullover

ultralight

2 of 2

noun

: a very light recreational aircraft typically for one person that is powered by a small gasoline engine

Examples of ultralight in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

The researchers searched for ultralight dark matter, a hypothetical form of matter that could subtly alter the energy levels inside atomic nuclei. — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 13 June 2026

By Shannon McMahon February 23, 2023 The Best Travel Workout Equipment That Won't Take Over Your Suitcase From collapsible foam rollers to low-weight wrist bands and ultralight yoga mats. — Hannah Chubb, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 June 2026

Noun

The former capsule reinterprets dressy denim and casual linen pieces, including blazers and field jackets, while the latter comprises T-shirts, sweatpants and shorts, as well as an ultralight sneaker. — Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 19 June 2026

The ultralight Sleepingo air mattress is excellent for backpacking. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 19 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1974, in the meaning defined above

Noun

1974, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for ultralight

• acolyte
• aconite
• allanite
• alunite
• amberlite
• ammonite
• amorite
• amphitrite
• analyte
• anchorite
• andesite
• anhydrite

Kids Definition

ultralight

adjective

ul·​tra·​light

ˈəl-trə-ˌlīt

: very light in mass or weight

an ultralight alloy

an ultralight sweater