Definitions
There are 7 meanings of the word
Lightly.
How to pronounce lightly:
US
Lightly - as an adverb
Without good reason
Example: "One cannot say such things lightly"
With little weight or force
Example: "She kissed him lightly on the forehead"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gentlysoftlyIndulging with temperance
Example: "We eat lightly in the morning"
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
heavilyWith indifference or without dejection
Example: "He took it lightly"
In a small quantity or extent
Example: "Spread the margarine thinly over the meat"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
thinlyTo a slight degree
Example: "Her speech is only lightly accented"
Example Sentences
"She wore a lightly scented perfume."
"He applied the lotion lightly to avoid irritation."
"The dress is made of a lightly woven fabric."
"The chef seasoned the dish lightly with salt."
"The baby slept peacefully with a lightly dimmed nightlight."
Word Game Points
Is LIGHTLY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, lightly is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
LIGHTLY has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is LIGHTLY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, lightly is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordLIGHTLY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is LIGHTLY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, lightly is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordLIGHTLY has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
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