Lite ( adjective , verb )

(As an adjective)

Lite ( adjective )

1. Having less weight, substance, or content than others of its kind.
2. Having fewer calories or less alcohol than the standard version of the product.
3. Not heavy or burdensome.

Origin:

Derived from the word "light" in the early 20th century, with the sense of "having less of something or having fewer calories".

Examples:

1. He drank a lite beer instead of a regular one.
2. She prefers lite cream cheese on her bagel.
3. The lite suitcase was easier for her to carry on the trip.
4. This lite version of the software is missing some features.
5. The lite version of the novel was a condensed version of the original.

(As a verb)

Lite ( verb )

1. Having less weight, substance, or content than others of its kind.
2. Having fewer calories or less alcohol than the standard version of the product.
3. Not heavy or burdensome.

Origin:

Derived from the word "light" in the early 20th century, with the sense of "having less of something or having fewer calories".

Examples:

1. He drank a lite beer instead of a regular one.
2. She prefers lite cream cheese on her bagel.
3. The lite suitcase was easier for her to carry on the trip.
4. This lite version of the software is missing some features.
5. The lite version of the novel was a condensed version of the original.