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Definition of 'gracious'

Adjective

  1. characterized by charm, good taste, and generosity of spirit; "gracious even to unexpected visitors"; "gracious living"; "he bears insult with gracious good humor"
       Antonyms: ungracious
  2. characterized by kindness and warm courtesy especially of a king to his subjects; "our benignant king"
       Synonyms: benignant
  3. exhibiting courtesy and politeness; "a nice gesture"
       Synonyms: courteous nice
  4. disposed to bestow favors; "thanks to the gracious gods"


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