lightly

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Word parts[change]

light + -ly

Pronunciation[change]

Adverb[change]

Positive
lightly

Comparative
more lightly

Superlative
most lightly

  1. If something is placed lightly, it is placed gently.
  2. If it is raining lightly, it is raining in small amounts or in low density.
  3. If something can be taken lightly, it is not serious or solemn.
    It is not something that should be taken 'lightly.