graciously

[ grey-shuhs-lee ]

/ ˈgreɪ ʃəs li /

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adverb

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.

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.

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Origin of graciously

gracious + -ly

OTHER WORDS FROM graciously

non·gra·cious·ly, adverbo·ver·gra·cious·ly, adverbqua·si-gra·cious·ly, adverb

Words nearby graciously

gracile, gracilis, gracilis muscle, gracioso, gracious, graciously, graciousness, grackle, grad, gradability, gradable

How to use graciously in a sentence

Despite being baffled by the request, Oukchir graciously would give Adams a fresh bag upon each visit.
The ‘garbage guy’ walks 12 miles a day around D.C. picking up trash: ‘I’ll pick up pretty much anything.’|Sydney Page|February 11, 2021|Washington Post
She therefore suggests that you accept the restaurant gift card graciously.
Miss Manners: Sorry, receptionists aren’t going to remember your name|Judith Martin, Nicholas Martin, Jacobina Martin|February 5, 2021|Washington Post
I had to answer a few questions from the police, and they talked to the Sheik, who graciously told the cops it had all been a misunderstanding.
Your Dad Ever Get His Ass Kicked by a Pro Wrestler?|Eugene Robinson|December 18, 2020|Ozy
How to safely — and graciously — host friends and family as the weather gets colderThe dish I’ve had in mind is pears poached in port.
This cocktail can keep you warm around the fire pit — and you can make it there, too|M. Carrie Allan|November 20, 2020|Washington Post

The odds that either side will stand down as graciously as Al Gore did are slim.
Brace yourselves for the coming days|Alan Murray|November 2, 2020|Fortune
Bill then graciously shared with us a glimpse into his Muslim identifying genius.
Bill O’Reilly, Muslim-Hunter|Dean Obeidallah|June 5, 2014|DAILY BEAST
He graciously allows that “print journalists and editorial writers should be involved.”
Memo to GOP: Hands off Those Presidential Debates|Howard Kurtz|April 1, 2013|DAILY BEAST
I graciously accepted and swallowed repeated mouthfuls of masgouf for the first, and only, time.
Iraq War 10th Anniversary: The Teamster|John Kael Weston|March 17, 2013|DAILY BEAST
“I never have any intent to upset or let anyone down,” he tweeted graciously.
Justin Bieber’s Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Week|Kevin Fallon|March 8, 2013|DAILY BEAST
But pride can also prevent you from graciously accepting help and can fill you with resentment instead of appreciation.
Why Favoritism Is Virtuous: The Case Against Fairness|Stephen T. Asma|December 7, 2012|DAILY BEAST
His unbounded generosity won for him the admiration of all his race, who graciously recognized him as their Maguinoó.
The Philippine Islands|John Foreman
"If you please," continued Mr Bellamy, nodding to them very graciously; and they departed.
Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, No. CCCXXXIX. January, 1844. Vol. LV.|Various
This interesting communication was addressed to Mrs. Maylie, who received it very graciously.
Oliver Twist, Vol. II (of 3)|Charles Dickens
Neville was graciously received, and the Pope ordered the Scots and their abettors at his court to prison.
King Robert the Bruce|A. F. Murison
Sir Alexander intimated that her ladyship might try it; graciously observing that it would do no harm.
Elster's Folly|Mrs. Henry Wood