definition of levity
The definition of levity is silly or light speech or behavior, usually at an inappropriate time. An example of levity is someone is being disrespectful to a police officer after being arrested. pl. -Â·ties. 1  Rare lightness of weight; buoyancy.  lightness or gaiety of disposition, conduct, or speech; esp., improper or unbecoming gaiety or flippancy; lack of seriousness; frivolity.