Grace - Definition

n 1: (Christian theology) a state of sanctification by God; the
state of one who is under such divine influence; "the
conception of grace developed alongside the conception of
sin"; "it was debated whether saving grace could be
obtained outside the membership of the church"; "the Virgin
lived in a state of grace" [syn: grace, saving grace,
state of grace]
2: elegance and beauty of movement or expression; "a beautiful
figure which she used in subtle movements of unparalleled
grace" [syn: grace, gracility]
3: a sense of propriety and consideration for others; "a place
where the company of others must be accepted with good grace"
[syn: seemliness, grace] [ant: unseemliness]
4: a disposition to kindness and compassion; "the victor's grace
in treating the vanquished" [syn: grace, good will,
goodwill]
5: (Greek mythology) one of three sisters who were the givers of
beauty and charm; a favorite subject for sculptors
6: a short prayer of thanks before a meal; "their youngest son
said grace" [syn: grace, blessing, thanksgiving]
7: (Christian theology) the free and unmerited favor or
beneficence of God; "God's grace is manifested in the
salvation of sinners"; "there but for the grace of God go I"
[syn: grace, grace of God, free grace]
v 1: make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc.;
"Decorate the room for the party"; "beautify yourself for
the special day" [syn: decorate, adorn, grace,
ornament, embellish, beautify]
2: be beautiful to look at; "Flowers adorned the tables
everywhere" [syn: deck, adorn, decorate, grace,
embellish, beautify]