as in nonchalant
having or showing freedom from worries or trouble
his lighthearted attitude in the face of danger was the source of some concern
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Recent Examples of lighthearted
Kobrya and his wife, Jennifer Kobrya, went on a lighthearted vacation to Los Angeles and Disneyland in October.
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Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 12 Mar. 2026
In the midst of intense drama are also several lighthearted moments, particularly with Lady Diana, played by Monika Myers, who quickly becomes one of Kenna’s allies.
—Anna Halkidis, Parents, 11 Mar. 2026
Though the first two View segments were heated, an additional Hot Topics discussion led to more lighthearted chatter among the cohosts.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 4 Mar. 2026
Schneider said folks are still asking him about that, um, lighthearted exchange.
—Jayson Stark, New York Times, 4 Mar. 2026
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Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 12 Mar. 2026
In the midst of intense drama are also several lighthearted moments, particularly with Lady Diana, played by Monika Myers, who quickly becomes one of Kenna’s allies.
—Anna Halkidis, Parents, 11 Mar. 2026
Though the first two View segments were heated, an additional Hot Topics discussion led to more lighthearted chatter among the cohosts.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 4 Mar. 2026
Schneider said folks are still asking him about that, um, lighthearted exchange.
—Jayson Stark, New York Times, 4 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lighthearted
Adjective
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Scott inflicts Ohm’s nonchalant meanness with a piercingly perverse matter-of-factness that places the character as far away as possible from the realm of likeability.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
15 Mar. 2026
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Margot Robbie’s understanding of the assignment is evident, her fringe frame coupled with a low and loosely bound ponytail (another hallmark of the nonchalant set).—
Calin Van Paris,
InStyle,
11 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Set in Kyoto, the slasher horror follows three best friends who reunite and rekindle their lifelong friendship during what is intended to be a carefree girls trip.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
20 Mar. 2026
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Lindsay played a carefree youth who loved fútbol.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
16 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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But even casual high school boys basketball fans in the western suburbs recognize the Wolves as a force to be reckoned with by going toe-to-toe against top programs in the state under the direction of Velasquez, who is stepping down for some very good personal reasons.—
Rick Armstrong,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Mar. 2026
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Her makeup was similarly casual, with a natural, glowy finish and peach lips.—
Pamela Vázquez,
Glamour,
16 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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That decision alone saved the family a full day of transit and set the tone for a relaxed, seamless experience.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Mar. 2026
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The shoes have a slim silhouette that’s easy to pair with everything from relaxed denim to airy skirts.—
Kyra Surgent,
InStyle,
16 Mar. 2026
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This cavalier attitude toward urban planning has been conjoined to a disingenuousness in the discussion of City Hall’s fate.—
Mark Lamster
Architecture Critic,
Dallas Morning News,
11 Mar. 2026
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Get stuck with a cavalier team of baggage handlers, and it can even get soaked in your favorite fragrance or antiaging serum.—
Justin Fenner,
Robb Report,
8 Mar. 2026
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“Lighthearted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lighthearted. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.
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