The Opposite(Antonym) of “ungracefully”
The antonyms of ungracefully are gracefully, elegantly, and smoothly. These words describe movements or actions that are done with ease, poise, and beauty.
Explore all Antonyms of “ungracefully”
Definitions and Examples of gracefully, elegantly, smoothly
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
In a manner that is elegant, smooth, and attractive.
Example
The ballerina moved gracefully across the stage, her movements fluid and effortless.
In a manner that is refined, tasteful, and stylish.
Example
She wore an elegant dress to the party, which made her stand out from the crowd.
In a manner that is even, regular, and without bumps or obstacles.
Example
The car drove smoothly on the newly paved road, without any jolts or bumps.
Key Differences: gracefully vs elegantly vs smoothly
- 1Gracefully emphasizes elegance and attractiveness in movement.
- 2Elegantly emphasizes refinement and style in appearance.
- 3Smoothly emphasizes evenness and regularity in motion.
Effective Usage of gracefully, elegantly, smoothly
- 1Dance and Sports: Use gracefully to describe movements in dance and sports.
- 2Fashion and Design: Use elegantly to describe clothing, accessories, and design.
- 3Transportation and Technology: Use smoothly to describe the motion of vehicles and machines.
Remember this!
The antonyms of ungracefully are gracefully, elegantly, and smoothly. These words describe movements or actions that are done with ease, poise, and beauty. Use these words to describe dance and sports movements, fashion and design, and transportation and technology.
