noun

1. beauty or charm of form, composition, movement, or expression
2. an attractive quality, feature, manner, etc.
3. any of the Graces
4. 1. a sense of what is right and proper; decency
   2. thoughtfulness toward others
5. goodwill; favor
6. Archaic mercy; clemency
7. 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
8. a short prayer in which blessing is asked, or thanks are given, for a meal
9. 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
10. Music ornamental notes or effects collectively, as appoggiaturas, slides, trills, etc.
11. 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

Etymology: 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 grac′·ing

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

noun

Etymology: see grace