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Meaning & Definition of Graceful in English

English

Graceful

Pronunciation:

/ˈɡreɪs.fəl/

Part of Speech:

adjective

Meaning and Definition of Graceful

1. Primary Definition

Characterized by elegance or beauty of movement or style.

2. Detailed Definitions

  • Definition: Having beauty of movement, form, or style.

    Example Sentence: The dancer's graceful movements captivated the audience.

  • Definition: Characterized by elegance and beauty.

    Example Sentence: She wore a graceful gown that flowed beautifully.

  • Definition: Showing a considerate and courteous manner.

    Example Sentence: He accepted the criticism with a graceful demeanor.

Etymology

Origin: From Middle English 'graceful', derived from Old French 'gracieux', from Latin 'graciosus'.

Synonyms

elegant | lithe | smooth | polished | refined

Common Phrases and Expressions

  • graceful exit: Leaving a situation in a manner that is polite and dignified.
  • graceful decline: Politely rejecting an offer or invitation.
  • with grace: Performing an action in a way that is elegant and smooth.

Translations

  • Spanish: gracioso
  • French: gracieux
  • German: graziös
  • Russian: грациозный

Related Words

  • grace: Simple elegance or refinement of movement.
  • gracefulness: The quality of being graceful.
  • graced: Having been honored or favored.

Slang Meanings of graceful

  • Meaning: Having style or being cool.

    Example Sentence: That new outfit is so graceful, you're rocking it!

  • Meaning: Being charming in social situations.

    Example Sentence: She handled that party with such graceful flair.