Lithe

/lʌɪð/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Flexible and graceful in movement; able to bend and move easily.

The dancer's lithe movements captivated the audience.

Showing a sense of ease and suppleness; agile.

His lithe body allowed him to perform acrobatics effortlessly.

Quick and light in motion; nimble.

She navigated the crowded room with lithe precision.

characterized by a lean and graceful appearance.

The lithe figure of the athlete was a result of years of dedicated training.

Middle English 'lithe' meaning 'easy to manage, supple', from Old English 'līðe'.

lithe body

A body that is both flexible and graceful.

lithe movements

Movements that are smooth, careful, and graceful.

supple

Able to bend and move easily.

agile

Able to move quickly and easily.

having a slim and agile physique

That athlete is so lithe, they can do backflips with ease.