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The definition of grace is poise, elegance, forgiveness, or a blessing.

(noun)

An example of grace is the way a beautiful, stylish woman easily walks across a room.
An example of grace is the letting go of a past wrong done to you.
An example of grace is the prayer said at the beginning of a meal.

Grace is defined as to honor, or to bring beauty or charm.

(verb)

An example of grace is a celebrity showing up at a fundraiser to raise more money; grace the fundraiser with their presence.
An example of grace is adding an elegant table decoration to a picnic; grace the picnic table with an elegant centerpiece.

See grace in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

beauty or charm of form, composition, movement, or expression
an attractive quality, feature, manner, etc.
any of the Graces
1. a sense of what is right and proper; decency
2. thoughtfulness toward others
goodwill; favor
Archaic mercy; clemency
1. a period of time granted beyond the date set for the performance of an act or the payment of an obligation; temporary exemption
2. favor shown by granting such a delay
a short prayer in which blessing is asked, or thanks are given, for a meal
a title of respect or reverence used in speaking to or of an archbishop, duke, or duchess: preceded by Your or by His or Her
Music ornamental notes or effects collectively, as appoggiaturas, slides, trills, etc.
Theol.
1. the unmerited love and favor of God toward mankind
2. divine influence acting in a person to make the person pure, morally strong, etc.
3. the condition of a person brought to God's favor through this influence
4. a special virtue, gift, or help given to a person by God

Origin: ME < OFr < L gratia, pleasing quality, favor, thanks < gratus, pleasing < IE base *gwer-, to lift up the voice, praise > Sans gṙṅāti, (he) sings, praises & OIr bard, bard

transitive verb graced, gracing

to give or add grace or graces to; decorate; adorn
to bring honor to; dignify
Music to add a grace note or notes to

noun

a feminine name: dim. Gracie

Origin: see grace

See grace in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

Seemingly effortless beauty or charm of movement, form, or proportion.
A characteristic or quality pleasing for its charm or refinement.
A sense of fitness or propriety.
a. A disposition to be generous or helpful; goodwill.
b. Mercy; clemency.
A favor rendered by one who need not do so; indulgence.
A temporary immunity or exemption; a reprieve.
Graces Greek & Roman Mythology Three sister goddesses, known in Greek mythology as Aglaia, Euphrosyne, and Thalia, who dispense charm and beauty.
a. Divine love and protection bestowed freely on people.
b. The state of being protected or sanctified by the favor of God.
c. An excellence or power granted by God.
A short prayer of blessing or thanksgiving said before or after a meal.
Grace Used with His, Her, or Your as a title and form of address for a duke, duchess, or archbishop.
Music An appoggiatura, trill, or other musical ornanment in the music of 16th and 17th century England.