Light on
adjective
Having a small amount or not enough of something.
The meal was light on spices and a bit bland because of that.
Often appears as...
- light on detail
- light on flavor
Usage tips
Idiomatic
adverb
To switch on a source of light.
As he entered the room, he quickly flipped the switch to light on
Often appears as...
- light on the lamp
- light on the torch
Usage tips
Colloquial
adjective
Weighing little.
He managed to keep his baggage light on their hiking trip.
Often appears as...
- light on feet
- light on the stomach
Usage tips
Idiomatic
adjective
Having a small amount or not enough of something.
The meal was light on spices and a bit bland because of that.
Often appears as...
- light on detail
- light on flavor
Usage tips
Idiomatic
adverb
To switch on a source of light.
As he entered the room, he quickly flipped the switch to light on
Often appears as...
- light on the lamp
- light on the torch
Usage tips
Colloquial
adjective
Weighing little.
He managed to keep his baggage light on their hiking trip.
Often appears as...
- light on feet
- light on the stomach
Usage tips
Idiomatic
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Subtle Insufficiency
Use to suggest something is almost enough, but not quite, without being harsh.
Her essay was light on analysis, hinting she could improve.
Pro Tip 2/3Soft Critique
Implies a gentle critique of something lacking without direct negativity.
This report is light on specifics, could you elaborate more?
Pro Tip 3/3Expect More
Anticipate that there could be fuller details or quantities that are not present.
The stew is light on salt, it may need a pinch more.
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