Grace

/ɡreɪs/

Meaning & Definition

noun

In Christian theology, the free and unmerited favor of God.

Many believe that it is through grace that we receive salvation.

Simple elegance or refinement of movement.

She moved with grace across the dance floor.

Courteous goodwill.

He accepted their invitation with grace.

A favor rendered by one who need not do so.

The teacher granted the student an extra day to complete the assignment as a grace.

verb

To do honor or credit to someone or something by one's presence.

The charity event was graced by several celebrities.

To add elegance or beauty to.

The garden was graced with blooming roses.

Middle English 'grace,' from Old French 'grace,' from Latin 'gratia' meaning favor, goodwill.

grace period:

A set amount of time after a due date during which a payment can be made without penalty.

say grace:

To recite a short prayer of thanks before a meal.

fall from grace:

To lose a good reputation.

To do something with grace.

He handled that situation with such grace, everyone was impressed.

Being graceful in social situations.

She knows how to grace through parties without awkwardness.