lightweight
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈlaɪtˌweɪt/
KK: /ˈlaɪtˌweɪt/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that weighs very little or is not heavy, often used for items like clothing or materials.
Example
She prefers to wear lightweight clothes during the summer to stay cool.
Conversation
I just bought a new jacket for hiking, and it's super lightweight.
That's great! Lightweight gear makes a big difference on long trails.
Yeah, I wanted something that wouldn't weigh me down.
Definitely! You’ll enjoy the hike much more with lightweight clothing.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
featherweight
slight
insignificant
Antonyms
heavyweight
significant
serious
noun
Definition
A person or thing that is not heavy, often used to describe a boxer or athlete in a specific weight class.
Example
The lightweight champion defended his title successfully last night.
Conversation
Did you see the match last night?
Yeah, I was surprised by how well the lightweight handled his opponent.
I know, right? He really showed some impressive skills for a lightweight.
Root Explanation
Lightweight → It is formed from "light" (from Old English "leoht", meaning not heavy) and "weight" (from Old English "wiht", meaning weight or heaviness). The word "lightweight" describes something that is not heavy in terms of weight.
Memory Tip
Think of something that is 'not heavy' ('light') and relates to 'weight' — that's why lightweight means something that is easy to carry.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.