Lithe
Adjective
Definition: Thin, supple, and graceful in motion.
Definition: Characterized by easy flexibility and elegance.
Synonyms: Agile, Flexible, Graceful
Antonyms: Stiff, Clumsy, Inflexible
Examples:
- The lithe dancer moved across the stage with incredible grace.
- The gymnast's lithe body allowed her to perform intricate routines.
Mnemonics:
- Think of a lithe cat moving gracefully through a room.
- Imagine a lithe willow tree bending in the wind.
Etymology:
Origin:
Old English 'liðe', meaning "gentle, mild"
Historical Usage:The word originally had a broader meaning of being gentle or mild, which later evolved to describe physical attributes of being thin and flexible.
Related Idioms:
Idiom:
"Lithe as a cat"
Explanation:Used to describe someone or something that moves with agility and flexibility, akin to the graceful movements of a cat.
Misconceptions:
Misconception:
Confusing 'lithe' with 'lith' (abbreviation for "lithium").
Explanation:'Lithe' refers to physical flexibility and elegance, while 'lith' is a chemical element.