grace

/ɡɹˈe‍ɪs/

/ˈɡɹeɪs/

[noun] [verb]

Grace

[NOUN]

a state of being blessed by God

synonyms : saving grace

state of grace

a smooth and elegant quality of movement

synonyms : gracility

a sense of propriety and consideration for others

synonyms : seemliness

antonyms : unseemliness

a disposition to kindness and compassion

synonyms : good will

goodwill

(Christian theology) the free and unmerited favor or beneficence of God

synonyms : free grace

grace of God

a short prayer of thanks before a meal

synonyms : blessing

thanksgiving

(Greek mythology) one of three sisters who were the givers of beauty and charm; a favorite subject for sculptors

a period of time past the deadline for fulfilling an obligation during which a penalty that would be imposed for being late is waived, especially an extended period granted as a special favor

synonyms : grace period

a bonus turn granted to a player that allows them to take an additional action or move beyond what would normally be allowed in a single turn

to grace

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc.

synonyms : adorn

be beautiful to look at

synonyms : adorn

Examples

1. The credit card company offers a grace period for late payments.

2. The slim dancer moved with grace and precision.

3. She dived off the diving board with grace.

4. The dancer moved across the stage with elegance and grace.

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