gracious
/ˈɡreɪʃəs/
CEFR level C1Topic SocietyWord #5911 in the learning path
亲切有礼的；宽厚的
Definitions
adj. kind and polite, especially when treating others generously
亲切有礼的；宽厚的
adj. elegant, comfortable, and associated with wealth
优雅舒适的
Example
Our gracious host brought extra blankets for everyone.
热情周到的主人给每个人都拿来了额外的毯子。
Public figures who remain gracious towards their critics can encourage more respectful discussion within society.
公众人物若能对批评者保持宽厚有礼的态度，就能促进社会中更相互尊重的讨论。
Collocations
- a gracious host
- gracious in defeat
- gracious living
Word family
- graciously (adv.)
- graciousness (n.)
Synonyms
- courteous
- kind
Antonyms
- rude
- ungracious
Usage tip
gracious重待人有礼；graceful重动作优美。
FAQ
- What does gracious mean?
- kind and polite, especially when treating others generously elegant, comfortable, and associated with wealth
- How is gracious pronounced?
- UK /ˈɡreɪʃəs/, US /ˈɡreɪʃəs/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
