What is the meaning of gracious?

adjective

  • Characterized by charm, good taste, and generosity of spirit.
    • usage: "gracious even to unexpected visitors"; "gracious living"; "he bears insult with gracious good humor"
  • Characterized by kindness and warm courtesy especially of a king to his subjects.
    • usage: "our benignant king"
  • Exhibiting courtesy and politeness.
    • usage: "a nice gesture"
  • Disposed to bestow favors.
    • usage: "thanks to the gracious gods"
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