lightly

Q: Is it correct to say "He touched light the glass"?

No — say "He touched the glass lightly". Learners often use the adjective 'light' instead of the adverb 'lightly' to describe how an action is performed.

Definition

adv. to do something with very little force or pressure. You can also use it to mean you are not being serious about a choice or a problem.

adv. with little weight, force, or intensity; alternatively, in a manner that lacks serious intent or sufficient consideration.

simple

“She tapped him lightly on the shoulder to get his attention.”

contextual

“You should not take this medical advice lightly; it is important to follow the doctor's instructions exactly.”

complex

“The snow fell so lightly that it vanished the moment it touched the pavement, leaving no trace of the winter storm that had been predicted.”

Typically follows the verb it modifies when describing physical force, but often precedes the verb when used figuratively to mean 'without serious thought'.

He touched light the glass

He touched the glass lightly

Learners often use the adjective 'light' instead of the adverb 'lightly' to describe how an action is performed.