1
as in cheerful
having or showing a good mood or disposition
a blithe, obedient child
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in merry
indicative of or marked by high spirits or good humor
a blithe remark that good food enjoyed with good company makes good wine seem even better
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in nonchalant
having or showing freedom from worries or troubles
he has a blithe attitude about ever having to earn a living because he knows there's a trust fund in his future
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of blithe
This is a sleazy, wretched racket, yet the film is nearly as blithe about it as Shawn is.
—
Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 13 July 2023
The blithe behavior of the officers and young women staffers in the photo is often unsettling, especially when the eight-member ensemble cast add an eerie soundtrack of laughter, accordion music or clattering spoons, as when the women eat fresh blueberries from china bowls.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Aug. 2022
There will no doubt be some people who see the film and find its power structure, and its arguments, too lopsided, too blithe about Leo and all he’s carried with him into these trysts.
—Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times, 17 June 2022
The paper makes the blithe assertion that Ethiopians have been resident in the highlands of that nation for tens of thousands of years, but the latest research is that that just isn't so.
—Razib Khan, Discover Magazine, 12 Dec. 2012
See All Example Sentences for blithe
Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 13 July 2023
The blithe behavior of the officers and young women staffers in the photo is often unsettling, especially when the eight-member ensemble cast add an eerie soundtrack of laughter, accordion music or clattering spoons, as when the women eat fresh blueberries from china bowls.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Aug. 2022
There will no doubt be some people who see the film and find its power structure, and its arguments, too lopsided, too blithe about Leo and all he’s carried with him into these trysts.
—Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times, 17 June 2022
The paper makes the blithe assertion that Ethiopians have been resident in the highlands of that nation for tens of thousands of years, but the latest research is that that just isn't so.
—Razib Khan, Discover Magazine, 12 Dec. 2012
See All Example Sentences for blithe
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blithe
Adjective
-
That sort of homey detail and Karl’s cheerful disposition belie the ghastly stories that her memory holds, the ones her guest has come to hear — and capture on film.—
Christine DiMattei,
Sun Sentinel,
18 June 2025
-
Hollis: Hollis is a cheerful name with a fun energy.—
Kara Nesvig,
Parents,
17 June 2025
Adjective
-
Will the market continue to trudge along its merry path?—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 June 2025
-
This merry, hour-long holiday extravaganza will be stacked with gifts for Bravo fans and feature a number of Yuletide Bravolebrity performances.—
Samantha Stutsman,
People.com,
6 June 2025
Adjective
-
Actress January Jones channeled Isabel Marant’s nonchalant French-girl style by wearing an oversized sweater and cutoff jean shorts to a dinner hosted by the designer.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
12 June 2025
-
The partnership marks a stylistic evolution for White, who previously channeled classic Americana and nonchalant cool in campaigns for Calvin Klein.—
Joelle Diderich,
Footwear News,
10 June 2025
Adjective
-
While dozens of legal challenges to DOGE and Trump administration actions make their way through the courts, Musk remained optimistic about the project's enduring legacy at his farewell press conference with Trump on May 30.—
Stephen Fowler,
NPR,
16 June 2025
-
On Friday, head coach Javier Mascherano attempted to remain optimistic about his team’s chances to play a significant part in the tournament.—
Felipe Cardenas,
New York Times,
15 June 2025
Adjective
-
Crosby released a number of tunes throughout his career that were made perfectly for the jolliest time of the year, and his wins are still coming his way, even decades after his passing.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
-
Instead of its usual jolly cartoons, the channel began broadcasting footage of Russian military parades accompanied by music of the Russian nationalist singer Oleg Gazmanov.—
Tereza Pultarova,
Space.com,
7 Apr. 2025
Adjective
-
In a carefree video, the supermodel frolicked on the beach, all smiles in a two-piece swimsuit.—
Stephanie Giang-Paunon,
FOXNews.com,
13 June 2025
-
What started as a carefree girls' trip was nearly fatal for 34-year-old Emily Jansson, a Canadian woman who suffered a massive pulmonary embolism midair during a long-haul flight.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 June 2025
Adjective
-
After all, when the sun is so bright and the water so warm, who would ever want the summer to end?—
Erik Morse,
Vogue,
26 June 2025
-
The Royals are betting Cruz’s future remains bright.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
26 June 2025
Adjective
-
Her after-party look was fun, festive and feathered, and featured a low-cut back.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
People.com,
19 June 2025
-
When will fans find out the festive schedule is for their teams?—
Philip Buckingham,
New York Times,
18 June 2025
Cite this Entry
“Blithe.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blithe. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share