The meaning of LITHE is easily bent or flexed. How to use lithe in a sentence.

He has a lithe but powerful physique, relying more on agility and wits than strength.

LITHE definition: bending readily; pliant; limber; supple; flexible. See examples of lithe used in a sentence.

Definition of lithe adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

Sep 4, 2025 · lithe (third-person singular simple present lithes, present participle lithing, simple past and past participle lithed) (intransitive, obsolete) To become calm.

1. Readily bent; supple: lithe birch branches. 2. Marked by effortless grace: a lithe ballet dancer.

There are six meanings listed in OED's entry for the adjective lithe, two of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.

A lithe person is able to move and bend their body easily and gracefully. ...a lithe young gymnast. His walk was lithe and graceful.

Lithe comes to us from Old English and originally meant "mild, meek." As a meek person bends to the will of others, the meaning of lithe has broadened to flexible and even graceful.

LITHE meaning: 1. young, healthy, attractive, and able to move and bend smoothly: 2. young, healthy, attractive…. Learn more.