Definition of Gracious
Gracious
gra·cious


Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
being or marked by being generally courteous, pleasant, and polite;

e.g. Lorelai was a gracious host and cared for her guests every need.

(adjective)
marked by good taste, charm, and leisure among other things;

e.g. She was used to such gracious living in her childhood.

(adjective)
merciful;

e.g. The gracious king treated all the people working for him with great respect and kindness.

(interjection)
politely expressing surprise, relief, etc,;

e.g. Good gracious, that was such a mind-blowing performance!



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