lighthearted
|light-heart-ed|
B2
🇺🇸
/ˌlaɪtˈhɑːrtɪd/
🇬🇧
/ˌlaɪtˈhɑːtɪd/
cheerful and carefree
Etymology
Etymology Information
'lighthearted' originates from Middle English, combining 'light' meaning 'not heavy' and 'hearted' meaning 'having a specified feeling or mood'.
Historical Evolution
'lighthearted' evolved from the Middle English word 'lyghtherted', which combined 'light' and 'hearted'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having a light or cheerful heart', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39