grace

[ɡreɪs]

grace Definition

• 1. simple elegance or refinement of movement
• 2. courteous goodwill
• 3. an attractively polite manner of behaving
• 4. the free and unmerited favor of God, as manifested in the salvation of sinners and the bestowal of blessings

Using grace: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "grace" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She moved with grace and fluidity.

• Example

  He said grace before the meal.

• Example

  She accepted the award with grace and humility.

• Example

  The dancer performed with grace and precision.

grace Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for grace

• elegance
• poise
• charm
• kindness
• blessing
• favor

Antonyms for grace

• awkwardness
• clumsiness
• discourtesy
• disfavor

Idioms Using grace

• there but for the grace of God go I

  used to express gratitude for one's own good fortune, especially in comparison to the misfortune of others

  Example

  When he saw the homeless man on the street, he thought, 'There but for the grace of God go I.'

• with (good) grace

  willingly and cheerfully

  Example

  She accepted the criticism with good grace and promised to improve.

• say grace

  to offer a prayer of thanks before a meal

  Example

  Before we eat, let's say grace.

Phrases with grace

• fall from grace

  to lose favor or respect

  Example

  After the scandal, the politician fell from grace and lost his position.

• grace period

  a period of time after a due date during which a payment can be made without penalty

  Example

  The credit card company offers a 10-day grace period for payments.

• grace under pressure

  the ability to remain calm and composed during stressful situations

  Example

  The CEO showed grace under pressure during the company crisis.

Origins of grace

from Old French 'grace', meaning 'pleasing quality'

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Summary: grace in Brief

The term 'grace' [ɡreɪs] refers to simple elegance or refinement of movement, courteous goodwill, and an attractively polite manner of behaving. It also has a religious connotation, referring to the free and unmerited favor of God. Phrases like 'fall from grace' and 'grace period' add to its versatility, while idioms like 'there but for the grace of God go I' and 'with good grace' show its range of meanings.