FEATHERLIGHT Synonyms: 57 Similar and Opposite Words

featherlight

adjective

ˈfe-t͟hər-ˈlīt

Definition of featherlight

as in lightweight

having little weight the company has designed a strong but featherlight fiber which it hopes to market to manufacturers of body armor

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Recent Examples of featherlight These shorts from the Outdoor Research Ferrosi line are featherlight (averaging about six ounces) and paper thin. — Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 2 Aug. 2026 Pitched with a single pole, the new Plex Solo Pro pulls out all the stops in furnishing backpackers and other deep-backcountry explorers with an ambitious blend of featherlight packability and camping convenience. — New Atlas, 18 July 2026 Woven through Visible Cloaks’ beautiful, featherlight album was a hope for serenity, a desire for peace that never came to pass. — Dash Lewis, Pitchfork, 22 May 2026 Made of 100 percent European flax linen, both the tank and shorts are breathable and featherlight, making even the hottest days comfortable. — Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for featherlight

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lightweight

Adjective

Developers say the material could reduce the environmental impact associated with conventional floating solar structures while offering a lightweight alternative.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 28 Aug. 2026
The lightweight formula pairs olive, argan, jojoba, sunflower, and safflower oils with smoothing silicones to calm frizz and boost shine.

— Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 28 Aug. 2026

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feathers

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