LEVITY Synonyms: 48 Similar and Opposite Words

levity

noun

ˈle-və-tē

Definition of levity

as in lightness

a lack of seriousness often at an improper time the teachers disapprove of any displays of levity during school assemblies

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Recent Examples of levity However this levity continues to jar with Niki’s immaturity, in that scene and beyond; even so, her juvenile lack of perspective is dramatically compelling. — Elena Lazic, Variety, 11 July 2026 The country’s tragic 21st-century travails provide much of the fodder for the couple’s drama in director Cyril Aris’ moving film, including whether to stay or emigrate, with touches of magical realism and whimsy providing levity. — David Faris, TheWeek, 6 July 2026 Playing bass in his place is Rob Jost, while harpist Mikaela Davis hops on a few tracks for levity, too. — Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 25 June 2026 The brand has been making objects for the kitchen and table since 1921, with many of their playful pieces offering a bit of levity and never taking themselves too seriously. — Angela Tafoya, Architectural Digest, 23 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for levity

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Noun

And thanks to the lightness of the design, this sofa will also never look too heavy or oversized for your living room.

— Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 16 July 2026
There was a sort of lightness to the mood of a team that was still trying to absorb the news.

— Paul Tenorio, New York Times, 5 July 2026

Definition of lightness

Noun

How is one not enamored of the Dutch fans’ togetherness and cheerfulness, or the costumes and smiles of the Japanese fans?

— Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 25 June 2026
Finns may not be known for demonstrative cheerfulness, nor necessarily for being makers of excessively happy music.

— Classical Music Critic, Los Angeles Times, 23 June 2026

Definition of cheerfulness

Noun

Although Jones takes responsibility for the hurt and dysfunction his compulsive tomcatting caused, the legendary lothario details his conquests with barely disguised glee.

— Hadley Hall Meares, Vanity Fair, 3 July 2026
Now, there is country-wide camaraderie and glee, mainstream momentum like never before.

— Henry Bushnell, New York Times, 2 July 2026

Definition of glee

Noun

Minions & Monsters kept its familiar chaos intact, but its turn toward sentiment may have left behind some of the pure silliness that built its core audience at home.

— David Deal, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
Karaoke, whether at a public bar or in one of the private rooms available in most cities, is commitment-free silliness and one of the easiest ways to shake off a long week.

— Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 1 July 2026

Definition of silliness

Noun

Photographer Phil Oh captures the drama and frivolity in Paris as designers present their latest couture collections.

— Phil Oh, Vogue, 7 July 2026
There is also a modular set so that the party literally shifts and revolves and let the audience perceive the frivolities from multiple perspectives.

— Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 5 July 2026

Definition of frivolity

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