Meaning & Definition of word "Lite"

Lite

/laɪt/

noun:

  • 1. A product or version that is lighter or less in terms of calories, fat, or other content.
    • Example: I bought a lite that contains only 100 calories.

adjective:

  • 1. A variant spelling of 'light' used to describe a product that is lower in calories, fat, or alcohol.
    • Example: I prefer to drink lite beer when I'm out with friends.
  • 2. Simplified or less complex version of something.
    • Example: The app offers a lite version that has fewer features.
  • 3. Having a lower intensity or a less serious character.
    • Example: This is a lite read that's perfect for summer vacation.

Etymology

A simplified spelling of 'light', used primarily in marketing.

Common Phrases and Expressions

lite beer:

A beer that has fewer calories than regular beer.

lite reading:

Reading material that is not intensive or challenging.

lite version:

A version of a product that is less intense or has fewer attributes.

Related Words

light:

Having little weight; not heavy.

diet:

A special course of food to which a person restricts themselves.

Slang Meanings of lite

Meaning: Something that is easy-going or relaxed.

Example Sentence: We're just having a lite night in.

Meaning: Describing a situation that is not serious.

Example Sentence: The party was pretty lite, just music and good vibes.