Definition of "lighthearted" []

• Not being burdened by trouble, worry, or care; happy and carefree. See Synonyms at glad1. (adjective)

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• "I told Myra, and we're standing there in lighthearted conversation, leaning against each other like girlfriends, when the cop gets out and walks stiffbacked over to us."
• "He helped the climb pass by engaging in lighthearted conversation, keeping my mental focus away from the heaviness in my legs."
• "Some of those present indulged in lighthearted banter about a few of these cases, asking if anyone really supposed they could lead to war."