graciously

• Adverbe signifiant d'une manière aimable, polie et courtoise, souvent associé à l'élégance ou à la générosité. Peut aussi décrire des actions accomplies avec grâce ou clémence.

An adverb meaning 'in a kind, courteous, and polite manner,' often associated with elegance or generosity. It can also describe actions performed with grace or mercy.

1. In a kind and polite mannerB2formal

   Acting with kindness, courtesy, and generosity, especially when receiving something or dealing with others.

   avec grâce et bienveillance

   • She graciously accepted the award on behalf of her team.
   • He graciously thanked everyone for their support.
   • The host graciously offered us a seat and some refreshments.

   Synonymesamiablybenevolentlyconsideratelycordiallycourteouslygenerouslykindlypolitelytactfullywarmly

   Antonymesdiscourteouslyharshlyimpolitelyrudelyungraciously

2. In a forgiving or merciful wayC1formal

   Showing forgiveness or mercy, especially when one has the power to punish or be harsh.

   avec clémence

   • The king graciously pardoned the prisoner.
   • She graciously overlooked his rude comment.
   • The judge graciously reduced the sentence due to the defendant's remorse.

   Synonymesforgivinglyindulgentlylenientlymagnanimouslymercifully

   Antonymescruellyharshlymercilesslyruthlesslyseverely