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grace
(gr/eI/s )

noun (n)

  • (Christian theology) a state of sanctification by God; the state of one who is under such divine influence(noun.state)
    Example:
    The conception of grace developed alongside the conception of sin.
    It was debated whether saving grace could be obtained outside the membership of the church.
    The Virgin lived in a state of grace.
    Synonym:
    saving grace, state of grace
    source: wordnet30
  • elegance and beauty of movement or expression(noun.attribute)
    Example:
    A beautiful figure which she used in subtle movements of unparalleled grace.
    Synonym:
    gracility
    source: wordnet30
  • a sense of propriety and consideration for others(noun.attribute)
    Example:
    A place where the company of others must be accepted with good grace.
    Synonym:
    seemliness
    Antonym:
    unseemliness
    source: wordnet30
  • a disposition to kindness and compassion(noun.attribute)
    Example:
    The victor's grace in treating the vanquished.
    Synonym:
    good will, goodwill
    source: wordnet30
  • (Greek mythology) one of three sisters who were the givers of beauty and charm; a favorite subject for sculptors(noun.person)
    source: wordnet30
  • a short prayer of thanks before a meal(noun.communication)
    Example:
    Their youngest son said grace.
    Synonym:
    blessing, thanksgiving
    source: wordnet30
  • (Christian theology) the free and unmerited favor or beneficence of God(noun.attribute)
    Example:
    God's grace is manifested in the salvation of sinners.
    There but for the grace of God go I.
    Synonym:
    free grace, grace of god
    source: wordnet30
  • The exercise of love, kindness, mercy, favor; disposition to benefit or serve another; favor bestowed or privilege conferred.(noun)
    source: webster1913

verb (v)

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