ˈɡreɪs

Definitions

1. noun

a pleasing quality of manner or movement, or a pleasing quality of beauty, especially in a woman.

“She moved with elegance and grace, captivating the audience.”

2. noun

a favor or privilege given or shown, especially one that is undeserved.

“The king showed her great grace by pardoning her crime.”

3. noun

a special mark or token given for success or achievement, especially in a game or competition.

“The team received a great deal of grace for winning the championship.”

4. noun

a quality of being pleasingly unassuming and unobtrusive.

“He was a man of great humility and grace, never seeking to draw attention to himself.”

5. verb

to bestow favor or privilege on, especially one that is undeserved.

“The judge decided to grace the defendant with a reduced sentence.”

6. verb

to add a special or extra feature to something.

“The new smartphone will grace the market with a high-quality camera and advanced AI capabilities.”

7. noun

a Christian concept, referring to the love and favor of God towards humans, especially those who have not earned it.

“Faith is often seen as a gift of God’s grace.”

8. noun

a state or feeling of being calm and at peace, especially in a difficult or trying situation.

“She found a sense of peace and grace in the quiet of the forest.”

9. adjective

beautiful, elegant, or refined in a way that is pleasing to the eye or mind.

“The painting was a beautiful example of the artist’s grace and skill.”

10. adverb

in a pleasing or elegant way.

“She walked with a quiet, gentle grace across the room.”

11. adverb

in a manner that is undeserved or unearned.

“He was granted a great deal of grace by the judge, given the severity of his crime.”