Definition

This word describes someone or something that is flexible and able to move gracefully and easily.

Example

The dancer's lissome movements captivated the audience.

Conversation

Have you seen that new dancer? She's so lissome when she moves.

Yeah, I noticed! It looks effortless for her.

I wish I could dance like that, so lissome and graceful.

With practice, you could definitely get there!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Lissome → It originates from the Old English word 'lyth' (meaning flexible or pliant) and the suffix '-some' (meaning characterized by). The word 'lissome' describes someone or something that is characterized by flexibility or gracefulness.

Memory Tip

Think of 'lyth' meaning flexible, and remember that 'lissome' describes someone who is graceful and flexible.

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