LIGHTNESS

• (noun) the trait of being lighthearted and frivolous

  synonyms : lightsomeness

• (noun) the visual effect of illumination on objects or scenes as created in pictures

  "he could paint the lightest light and the darkest dark"

  synonyms : light

• (noun) having a light color

• (noun) the gracefulness of a person or animal that is quick and nimble

  synonyms : agility , legerity , lightsomeness , nimbleness

  The agility of the animal saved it from being captured. -added by naila_inlas

• (noun) the property of being comparatively small in weight

  "the lightness of balsa wood"

  synonyms : weightlessness

• (noun) a feeling of joy and pride

  synonyms : elation , high spirits

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