Definitions for Grace

Definitions for (noun) Grace

Main entry: good will, goodwill, grace

Definition: a disposition to kindness and compassion

Usage: the victor's grace in treating the vanquished


Main entry: free grace, grace, grace of God

Definition: (Christian theology) the free and unmerited favor or beneficence of God

Usage: God's grace is manifested in the salvation of sinners; there but for the grace of God go I


Main entry: grace, seemliness

Definition: a sense of propriety and consideration for others

Usage: a place where the company of others must be accepted with good grace


Main entry: grace, gracility

Definition: elegance and beauty of movement or expression

Usage: a beautiful figure which she used in subtle movements of unparalleled grace


Main entry: blessing, thanksgiving, grace

Definition: a short prayer of thanks before a meal

Usage: their youngest son said grace


Main entry: Grace

Definition: (Greek mythology) one of three sisters who were the givers of beauty and charm; a favorite subject for sculptors


Main entry: saving grace, state of grace, grace

Definition: (Christian theology) a state of sanctification by God; the state of one who is under such divine influence

Usage: 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


Definitions for (verb) Grace

Main entry: embellish, decorate, beautify, adorn, grace, ornament

Definition: make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc.

Usage: Decorate the room for the party; beautify yourself for the special day


Main entry: deck, decorate, embellish, grace, beautify, adorn

Definition: be beautiful to look at

Usage: Flowers adorned the tables everywhere


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