grace meaning and definition

GRACE noun

Definition of grace (noun)

1. (Christian theology) a state of sanctification by God; the state of one who is under such divine influence
   • "the conception of grace developed alongside the conception of sin"; "it was debated whether saving grace could be obtained outside the membership of the church"; "the Virgin lived in a state of grace"
   • synonyms: saving grace, state of grace
2. elegance and beauty of movement or expression
   • "a beautiful figure which she used in subtle movements of unparalleled grace"
   • synonyms: gracility
3. a sense of propriety and consideration for others
   • "a place where the company of others must be accepted with good grace"
   • synonyms: seemliness
   • antonym: unseemliness
4. a disposition to kindness and compassion
   • "the victor's grace in treating the vanquished"
   • synonyms: good will, goodwill
5. (Greek mythology) one of three sisters who were the givers of beauty and charm; a favorite subject for sculptors
6. a short prayer of thanks before a meal
   • "their youngest son said grace"
   • synonyms: blessing, thanksgiving
7. (Christian theology) the free and unmerited favor or beneficence of God
   • "God's grace is manifested in the salvation of sinners"; "there but for the grace of God go I"
   • synonyms: free grace, grace of God

GRACE verb

Definition of grace (verb)

1. make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc.
   • "Decorate the room for the party"; "beautify yourself for the special day"
   • synonyms: adorn, beautify, decorate, embellish, ornament
2. be beautiful to look at
   • "Flowers adorned the tables everywhere"
   • synonyms: adorn, beautify, deck, decorate, embellish