Levity

Definition of Levity

Lev´i`ty Pronunciation: lĕv´ĭ`tŷ

n.	1.	The quality of weighing less than something else of equal bulk; relative lightness, especially as shown by rising through, or floating upon, a contiguous substance; buoyancy; - opposed to gravity. He gave the form of levity to that which ascended; to that which descended, the form of gravity. - Sir. W. Raleigh. This bubble by reason of its comparative levity to the fluidity that incloses it, would ascend to the top. - Bentley.
	2.	Lack of gravity and earnestness in deportment or character; trifling gayety; frivolity; sportiveness; vanity. He never employed his omnipotence out of levity. - Calamy.
	3.	Lack of steadiness or constancy; disposition to change; fickleness; volatility. The levity that is fatigued and disgusted with everything of which it is in possession. - Burke.

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