gra·cious (grā'shəs) adj.
1. Characterized by kindness and warm courtesy.
I was expressly gracious to my professor tonight for a great lecture.
2. Characterized by tact and propriety: responded to the insult with gracious humor.
Being gracious, I discretely kept my ex in check this morning.
3. Of a merciful or compassionate nature.
I was gracious as I tended to my daughter's boo-boo tonight. Bandaids and kisses graciously make boo-boos better.
4. Condescendingly courteous; indulgent.
Graciously, I let my ex's obvious lie slide while in mediation. I'm certain the mediator caught the lie too. p.s. he's a terrible liar.
5. Characterized by charm or beauty; graceful.
Phong, I thank you for your gracious compliment; it was beautiful and it made my day!
6. Characterized by elegance and good taste: gracious living.
My gracious living will be even more gracious once I finish renovations!
7. Archaic Enjoying favor or grace; acceptable or pleasing.
The gracious boys appreciated my help on their brochure.
interj. Used to express surprise or mild emotion.
Goodness gracious! How did I manage to fill in all those blanks???
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