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Gracious Definition & Meaning

gracious
adjective
  1. characterized by charm, good taste, and generosity of spirit; "gracious even to unexpected visitors"; "gracious living"; "he bears insult with gracious good humor"
  2. characterized by kindness and warm courtesy especially of a king to his subjects; "our benignant king"
  3. exhibiting courtesy and politeness; "a nice gesture"
  4. disposed to bestow favors; "thanks to the gracious gods"

"Gracious" in song lyrics

See how gracious is used in real songs:

  • "Ambition lever tenacious good gracious"
    Akrobatik — U Got It
  • "Bodily I'm vivacious and vocally gracious"
    Antoinette — I Got an Attitude
  • "Hates your fate and you fall so gracious"
    Armani of York — Motivation

Usage tips for "gracious"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "gracious" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for gracious to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does gracious mean?
characterized by charm, good taste, and generosity of spirit; "gracious even to unexpected visitors"; "gracious living"; "he bears insult with gracious good humor" characterized by kindness and warm courtesy especially of a king to his subjects; "our benignant king" exhibiting courtesy and politeness; "a nice gesture" disposed to bestow favors; "thanks to the gracious gods"
What part of speech is gracious?
Gracious is an adjective.
How many definitions does gracious have?
Gracious has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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