BLITHE


Meaning of BLITHE in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈblīth, ˈblīth ]

adjective

( blith·er ; blith·est )

Etymology: Middle English, from Old English blīthe; akin to Old High German blīdi joyous

Date: before 12th century

1. : of a happy lighthearted character or disposition

2. : lacking due thought or consideration : casual , heedless

blithe unconcern

Synonyms: see merry

• blithe·ly adverb

Merriam-Webster's Collegiate English vocabulary.      Энциклопедический словарь английского языка Merriam Webster.