gracious

• 形容一个人彬彬有礼、和蔼可亲、待人友善，尤其对地位较低的人表现出宽厚与礼貌。

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.

   亲切有礼

   • 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.

   同义词affablebenevolentcivilconsideratecordialcourteousgenialkindobligingpolite

   反义词churlishdiscourteousdisrespectfulill-manneredimpoliteinconsideraterudesurlyuncivilunkind

2. Merciful or forgivingB2formal

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

   仁慈的

   • 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.

   同义词clementcompassionateforgivinghumanelenientmagnanimousmerciful

   反义词cruelmercilesspitilessruthlessunforgivingvengeful

3. Elegant and refinedC1formal

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

   优雅而精致的

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

   同义词cultivatedelegantgracefulpolishedrefinedsophisticatedsuaveurbane

   反义词awkwardclumsygracelessinelegantungainly