gracious

• Describe a una persona que es amable, cortés y agradable, especialmente con quienes están en una posición social más baja o en situación de desventaja.

Describes a person who is courteous, kind, and pleasant, especially towards those of lower social status.

1. Kind and courteousB2formal

   Showing kindness, courtesy, and good manners, especially towards others.

   amable y cortés

   • She was a gracious host who made everyone feel welcome.
   • He gave a gracious speech thanking his supporters.
   • The queen offered a gracious smile to the crowd.

   Sinónimosaffablebenevolentcivilconsideratecordialcourteousgenialkindobligingpolite

   Antónimoschurlishdiscourteousdisrespectfulill-manneredimpoliteinconsideraterudesurlyuncivilunkind

2. Merciful or forgivingB2formal

   Showing mercy, compassion, or forgiveness, especially in a position of power.

   Misericordioso o indulgente

   • The judge was gracious in his sentencing, showing leniency.
   • She was gracious enough to forgive his mistake.
   • The king was known for his gracious treatment of prisoners.

   Sinónimosclementcompassionateforgivinghumanelenientmagnanimousmerciful

   Antónimoscruelmercilesspitilessruthlessunforgivingvengeful

3. Elegant and refinedC1formal

   Characterized by elegance, charm, and a sense of beauty.

   Elegante y refinado

   • The ballroom had a gracious and luxurious atmosphere.
   • Her gracious mannerisms captivated the audience.
   • The architecture of the palace is both grand and gracious.

   Sinónimoscultivatedelegantgracefulpolishedrefinedsophisticatedsuaveurbane

   Antónimosawkwardclumsygracelessinelegantungainly