FACETIOUSNESS Synonyms: 48 Similar and Opposite Words

facetiousness

noun

as in lightness

a lack of seriousness often at an improper time underage drinking is a serious problem and not a matter for facetiousness and lame jokes

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Noun

Optimism is a key theme, expressed through color, embellishment, interesting fabrics and prints, alongside a new sense of lightness designed for the realities of summer.

— Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
The show set, which was a recreation of a cityscape with futuristic cars hovering over the runway, was a collaboration with set designer James Chinlund that contrasted with the lightness of the collection.

— Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of lightness

Noun

This was in response to the Heat letting loose with a whole lot of abject silliness during Tuesday’s intrasquad scrimmage, which actually is the perfect time for such antics.

— Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 8 Oct. 2026
In their place is a broader vision of internet silliness that can mock everything from tech bros and political extremists to new age spirituality grifters and how-to videos.

— Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of silliness

Noun

Leaders, in particular, have the power to shift the mood of their teams, not by pretending everything is fine or manufacturing cheerfulness but through tone, body language, and small actions.

— Harvard Business Review, Harvard Business Review, 22 Sep. 2026
The service Professionalism comes with genuine warmth, cheerfulness, and a sense of people absolutely loving their jobs.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of cheerfulness

Noun

The event aims to inject some levity into an historically adversarial relationship, reminding both sides of the spirit of the game.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 29 Sep. 2026
That man stayed ready throughout, and was always in his suit and tie and took it very seriously—but also kept some levity in the back of it.

— Samantha Bergeson, Vanity Fair, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of levity

Noun

The gym is serviceable, and while there is no spa, you are perfectly placed to get out there and not waste time on such frivolities.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
Moving beyond frivolity, fashion becomes an active subject in its own right, as important as the individual within his gaze.

— Tonya Blazio-Licorish, Footwear News, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of frivolity

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