graciously

[ grey-shuhs-lee ]
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adverb
  1. in a benevolent, courteous, or helpful manner; kindly: We are fortunate to have so many members graciously willing to share their gardening knowledge.Rachel graciously loaned me a formal dress for the occasion, as I had none.

  2. in a manner characterized by comfort, ease, or luxury:Set in a prime oceanfront location in an exclusive community, the home graciously accommodates both family living and large-scale entertaining.

Origin of graciously

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Other words from graciously

  • non·gra·cious·ly, adverb
  • o·ver·gra·cious·ly, adverb
  • qua·si-gra·cious·ly, adverb

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