Cool MateMeaning of Gracious
Showing kindness, courtesy, and tact, especially in challenging situations.
In simple words: Being kind and polite to others.
Gracious in a sentence
- Despite the criticism, she remained gracious in her response.
- The gracious host made everyone feel welcome at the party.
- He accepted the award with a gracious smile.
- Her gracious admission of mistakes impressed the audience.
- The gracious gesture helped to mend their friendship.
How to use Gracious
Use 'gracious' to describe someone who is kind and forgiving, especially in formal contexts or when speaking about someone's behavior. It may not be appropriate in casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
standalone adjective
Memory hint
Think of a gracious host - they are always polite and welcoming.
Related words
Collocations with Gracious
- gracious behavior
- gracious host
- gracious welcome
- gracious acceptance
Opposites of Gracious
- rude
- unkind
- disgraceful
Common mistakes with Gracious
- Confused with 'grateful', which has a different meaning.
- Sometimes used to describe casual acts of kindness, which is too informal.
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More words like Gracious
- Greatest
the best or most important
- BeA1
To exist or live.
- IA1
The word used by a person to talk about themselves.
- OfA1
shows a relationship between things, often to indicate belonging or connection.
- TheA1
A word that shows a specific thing is being talked about.
- YouA1
A word used to talk about the person or people you are speaking to.
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Frequently asked questions about "Gracious"
What does "Gracious" mean?
Being kind and polite to others.
What is the definition of "Gracious"?
Showing kindness, courtesy, and tact, especially in challenging situations.
How do you use "Gracious" in a sentence?
Despite the criticism, she remained gracious in her response.
Can you give another example of "Gracious"?
The gracious host made everyone feel welcome at the party.
What are synonyms for "Gracious"?
Common alternatives include courteous, kind, elegant, generous, civil.
What is the opposite of "Gracious"?
Opposite meanings include rude, unkind, disgraceful.
What words go with "Gracious"?
It commonly pairs with gracious behavior, gracious host, gracious welcome, gracious acceptance.
What are common mistakes when using "Gracious"?
Confused with 'grateful', which has a different meaning. Sometimes used to describe casual acts of kindness, which is too informal.
How do you pronounce "Gracious"?
US: //ˈɡreɪ.ʃəs//, UK: //ˈɡreɪ.ʃəs//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is "Gracious" formal or informal?
"Gracious" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.
When should I use "Gracious"?
Use 'gracious' to describe someone who is kind and forgiving, especially in formal contexts or when speaking about someone's behavior. It may not be appropriate in casual conversations.