IPA: /ˈlaɪt.sə.məs/
KK: /ˈlaɪtˌsʌm.nəs/
The state of being cheerful and light-hearted, often bringing joy or brightness to a situation.
Her lightsomeness made the party much more enjoyable for everyone.
Lightsomeness → It is formed from "light" (from Old English *leoht*, meaning not heavy or bright) and "-some" (meaning characterized by or having the quality of). The word "lightsomeness" refers to the quality of being light, cheerful, or buoyant.
Think of 'light' as something that is not heavy or bright, and '-some' indicating a quality. This helps you remember that 'lightsomeness' means the quality of being light and cheerful.