light-handed

light-handed antonyms

light-handed definitions

adv
  • Carrying very little. 

  • In a light-handed manner. 

adj
  • Light-hearted; fun and witty or easygoing. 

  • flippant; lacking seriousness. 

  • Thieving, larcenous. 

  • Fresh and light-tasting, not rich, heavy, or highly seasoned. 

  • Gentle; benign and with minimal intervention. 

  • Sparing; applying only slight pressure or minimal amounts. 

  • Delicate and skilled; nimble and dextrous 

  • Not having a full complement of workers.