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Definition of litheness

litheness

/ˈlaɪð.nəs/
lithe · ness
Adverb:lithely
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Adjective:lithe
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• noun

1

The quality of being supple, flexible, and graceful in movement or physical form.

Example

"Years of rigorous ballet training gave the dancer an effortless litheness on stage."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the adjective 'lithe' (from Old English 'līþe', meaning mild, gentle, or flexible) and the Old English suffix '-nes', denoting a state or quality.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Litheness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/litheness
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