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Levity
01
a way of speaking, acting, or conveying information in a lighthearted style without gravity
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Uncountable
Examples
The after-dinner speeches were delivered with a light levity to keep the mood cheerful.
02
the lack of seriousness that is wrongly suited to or respectful of the circumstances
Examples
Many were offended by the levity the students showed during the memorial ceremony.
