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

There was a sort of lightness to the mood of a team that was still trying to absorb the news.

— Paul Tenorio, New York Times, 5 July 2026
Hughes suggests a dusty pink or light beige to lift and soften the richness of the floor, while Alonso notes that cooler neutrals can offer a nice contrast, adding some lightness to the room.

— Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 July 2026

Definition of lightness

Noun

Although Jones takes responsibility for the hurt and dysfunction his compulsive tomcatting caused, the legendary lothario details his conquests with barely disguised glee.

— Hadley Hall Meares, Vanity Fair, 3 July 2026
Now, there is country-wide camaraderie and glee, mainstream momentum like never before.

— Henry Bushnell, New York Times, 2 July 2026

Definition of glee

Noun

The silliness of that aspect of the story is baked into this interpretation, with several very meta acknowledgments.

— Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 30 June 2026
No, no jersey burnings or any of that silliness in the wake of Antetokounmpo working his way out of Milwaukee.

— Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 27 June 2026

Definition of silliness

Noun

How is one not enamored of the Dutch fans’ togetherness and cheerfulness, or the costumes and smiles of the Japanese fans?

— Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 25 June 2026
Finns may not be known for demonstrative cheerfulness, nor necessarily for being makers of excessively happy music.

— Classical Music Critic, Los Angeles Times, 23 June 2026

Definition of cheerfulness

Noun

Playing bass in his place is Rob Jost, while harpist Mikaela Davis hops on a few tracks for levity, too.

— Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 25 June 2026
The brand has been making objects for the kitchen and table since 1921, with many of their playful pieces offering a bit of levity and never taking themselves too seriously.

— Angela Tafoya, Architectural Digest, 23 June 2026

Definition of levity

Noun

Dying was such a momentous thing to do, and while Matthew, their dear friend, their cousin-brother, had been off doing it, the women had occupied themselves with such frivolities as cleaning and heat.

— Danielle Parker, CBS News, 30 June 2026
Simone empties out the frivolities and installs her unique despair.

— Wesley Morris, New York Times, 9 June 2026

Definition of frivolity

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