gracious meaning and definition

GRACIOUS adjective

Definition of gracious (adjective)

1. characterized by charm, good taste, and generosity of spirit
   • "gracious even to unexpected visitors"; "gracious living"; "he bears insult with gracious good humor"
   • antonym: ungracious
2. characterized by kindness and warm courtesy especially of a king to his subjects
   • "our benignant king"
   • synonyms: benignant
3. exhibiting courtesy and politeness
   • "a nice gesture"
   • synonyms: courteous, nice
4. disposed to bestow favors
   • "thanks to the gracious gods"