Pronunciation: /ˈɡreɪʃəs/
adjective showing kindness, courtesy, and good manners
A1 She was very gracious and thanked me for the gift.
A2 The hostess was gracious in welcoming all the guests to her party.
B1 The gracious response from the manager put the customer at ease.
B2 His gracious manner made him a favorite among his coworkers.
C1 The queen's gracious presence commanded the attention of all in the room.
C2 Her gracious behavior towards others earned her a reputation for kindness and generosity.
adverb in a courteous and kind manner
A1 She smiled graciously at the guests as they entered the room.
A2 He nodded graciously in response to the compliment.
B1 The host graciously accepted the gift with a warm thank you.
B2 The actress graciously greeted her fans after the show.
C1 The CEO graciously thanked the employees for their hard work.
C2 The diplomat graciously handled the difficult negotiations with finesse.
formal She greeted her guests with a gracious smile and a warm handshake.
informal He was gracious enough to offer his seat to the elderly woman on the bus.
slang She's always so gracious, it's like she's too cool for school.
figurative The sunset painted the sky with a gracious display of colors.
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