How to Pronounce "levity"
word
ˈɫɛvɪti
LEV-i-tee
lˈɛvɪti
LEV-i-tee
Definition
Levity means treating a serious situation or subject with humor or a lack of respect, often by making jokes or not being serious enough.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫɛvɪti
British English
lˈɛvɪti
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LEV-i-tee
UK
LEV-i-tee
Listen in Context
His levity made the meeting less tense.
There is no place for levity in a serious discussion.
She added a little levity to the boring lesson.
A bit of levity can help break the ice at work.