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lighthearted

[/ˌlaɪtˈhɑːrtɪd/]
adjective
despreocupado
1. free from care, anxiety, or seriousness; cheerful and carefree
She had a lighthearted approach to life's challenges.
Ela tinha uma abordagem despreocupada para os desafios da vida.
2. characterized by humor and lack of seriousness; not intended to be taken seriously
The movie was a lighthearted comedy that made everyone laugh.
O filme era uma comédia despreocupada que fez todos rirem.
3. happy and without worries or troubles
They spent a lighthearted evening playing games with friends.
Eles passaram uma noite alegre jogando jogos com amigos.
NYC Slang
chill
Synonyms
cheerfulcarefreehappyjovialbuoyantoptimistichumorousfunny
Antonyms
seriousheavysombergravemelancholicdepressedanxious

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
despreocupado
most common translation across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
de bom humor
emphasizes the happy, good-natured aspect
São Paulo
leve
informal, emphasizes the light, carefree quality
Portugal
despreocupado
same usage as Brazilian Portuguese; also 'alegre' for the happy sense

Related Idioms & Phrases

light as air
have a laugh
keep things light
in good spirits
without a care in the world
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