lightly

/ˈlaɪtli/

/ˈlaɪtli/

Definitions of lightly

1. adverb

   with little weight or force
   “she kissed him lightly on the forehead”

   synonyms: gently, softly
2. adverb

   to a slight degree
   “her speech is only lightly accented”
3. adverb

   in a small quantity or extent
   “apply paint lightly”

   synonyms: thinly
4. adverb

   with few burdens
   synonyms: light
5. adverb

   indulging with temperance
   “we eat lightly in the morning”

   antonyms:

   heavily

   indulging excessively
6. adverb

   with indifference or without dejection
   “he took it lightly”
7. adverb

   without good reason
   “one cannot say such things lightly”