1. cheerful and carefree; having a light, happy disposition
Usage: somewhat archaic or literary
2. graceful and nimble in movement; light on one’s feet
Usage: literary

Examples

• The children ran with lightsome steps through the meadow.
• Her lightsome laughter filled the room with joy.
• The dancer moved with lightsome grace across the stage.
• He maintained a lightsome attitude despite his troubles.
• The lightsome melody lifted everyone’s spirits.
• She had a lightsome way of walking that made her seem to float.