merry, blithe, jocund, jovial, jolly mean showing high spirits or lightheartedness. merry suggests cheerful, joyous, uninhibited enjoyment of frolic or festivity.

BLITHE definition: without thought or regard; carefree; heedless. See examples of blithe used in a sentence.

Instead, they use a blithe little lexicon that assumes that they have discussed the merits of both the role of the mayor and the electoral system.

Definition of blithe adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

Lacking or showing a lack of due concern; casual. Spoke with blithe ignorance of the true situation.

Jan 14, 2026 · Adjective blithe (comparative blither, superlative blithest) Casually careless or indifferent; showing a lack of concern; nonchalant.

1. lighthearted in disposition; cheerful. 2. heedless: a blithe disregard for someone's feelings.

You use blithe to indicate that something is done casually, without serious or careful thought.

Blithe is an adjective that describes a person or attitude that is carefree, casual, and joyfully indifferent. It often refers to a state of happiness and lack of concern, worry or stress.

Cheerful, lighthearted, and happy in a casual or carefree way, sometimes considered to be ignorant or improper. "She greeted each day with a blithe and cheerful attitude." It can also describe a person …