Lithe

usgb/laɪð/
adjective

A person or their body is flexible and moves easily.

The dancer moved with lithe grace.
Visual representation of "lithe" - A person or their body is flexible and moves easily.

Often appears as...

  • lithe body
  • lithe movement
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Physical Flexibility

Use 'lithe' to describe someone who moves gracefully, often related to dancers or athletes.

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Watching the gymnast, I was in awe of her lithe form.
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Ease of Movement

'Lithe' suggests movements are performed with ease and without stiffness.

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The cat leaped onto the wall with lithe agility.
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Positive Connotation

'Lithe' typically has a positive connotation, implying attractiveness and elegance.

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She admired her ballet teacher's lithe figure.
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