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Blithe

[BLITHE]

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Hint 1.

Blithe is similar to the word bliss, unsurprisingly since they stem from a common ancestor meaning joyous, cheerful, or pleasant.

Hint 2. Sentence to give context:

“Blithely ignoring the ‘No Smoking’ sign and the scowls around him, he smiled and puffed away, utterly unconcerned with how his behavior affected anyone else.”

What is the best definition of blithe?

A.
Cheerful and carefree, but often with improper disregard or lack of consideration

B.

Mean-spirited and full of malice, despite attempting to appear kind and joyful


C.

Meant to be profound but in reality cliché and lacking originality


D.

Attempting to appear earnest, but coming off as forced or lacking in sincerity


Hint 1.

Blithe is similar to the word bliss, unsurprisingly since they stem from a common ancestor meaning joyous, cheerful, or pleasant.

Hint 2. Sentence to give context:

“Blithely ignoring the ‘No Smoking’ sign and the scowls around him, he smiled and puffed away, utterly unconcerned with how his behavior affected anyone else.”

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