Graciously: meaning, definitions and examples
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graciously
[ ˈɡreɪʃəsli ]
in a polite manner
Graciously means to act in a kind, courteous, and considerate way towards others. It involves showing politeness and good manners in interactions with people.
Synonyms
considerately, courteously, kindly, politely
Examples of usage
- She graciously accepted the award and thanked everyone for their support.
- He graciously offered to help her with her bags.
- The host graciously welcomed all the guests to the party.
in a generous manner
Graciously can also mean to act in a generous and giving way. It involves showing kindness and generosity towards others without expecting anything in return.
Synonyms
benevolently, generously, liberally, magnanimously
Examples of usage
- She graciously donated money to the charity to help those in need.
- He graciously offered his time to volunteer at the local shelter.
- The company graciously supported the community by sponsoring events.
Translations
Translations of the word "graciously" in other languages:
🇵🇹 graciosamente
🇮🇳 कृपापूर्वक
🇩🇪 gnädig
🇮🇩 dengan anggun
🇺🇦 граціозно
🇵🇱 łaskawie
🇯🇵 優雅に (ゆうがに)
🇫🇷 gracieusement
🇪🇸 graciosamente
🇹🇷 zarifçe
🇰🇷 우아하게
🇸🇦 برشاقة
🇨🇿 graciézně
🇸🇰 graciózne
🇨🇳 优雅地 (yōuyǎ de)
🇸🇮 graciozno
🇮🇸 þokkafullt
🇰🇿 әсемдікпен
🇬🇪 მშვენიერად
🇦🇿 zərifliklə
🇲🇽 graciosamente
Word origin
The word 'graciously' has its origins in the Middle English word 'gracious', which comes from the Old French word 'gracios' meaning 'pleasing' or 'agreeable'. It has evolved over time to encompass the meanings of kindness, generosity, and politeness.
See also: graciousness, ungracious.