GRACEFUL Synonyms: 141 Similar and Opposite Words

graceful

adjective

ˈgrās-fəl

Definition of graceful

as in agile

moving easily the graceful ballerina effortlessly leapt across the stage

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as in elegant

having or showing elegance sat down in the old plantation home's very graceful parlor

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Recent Examples of graceful And much as a dancer in Buenos Aires might demonstrate their skill with a graceful kick of the leg, so Álvarez displayed his with a sharp flick of the wrist. — Simon Willis, Travel + Leisure, 4 Aug. 2026 Memories of a childhood marked by economic hardship and abuse intertwine with the natural world in this graceful début memoir, which is structured around the author’s seven-year project of walking every street in Santa Cruz County, in California. — The New Yorker, New Yorker, 3 Aug. 2026 If Mitchell’s resolution to his script’s dangling questions feels somewhat rote, a graceful epilogue leaps several decades forward to end matters on an interesting, unexpected note. — Dennis Harvey, Variety, 31 July 2026 In practical terms, that means better throughput, lower tail latency, and a more graceful way to serve large models at scale. — Karl Freund, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for graceful

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As a result, smaller, agile teams are reaching the output levels of much larger organizations, increasing operational efficiency and reducing time to value.

— Matt Overman, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026
The company's three key strategic priorities include focusing on keeping its core brands competitive and in line with consumer trends; keeping customers central to its decisions, and having a more agile and efficient operating framework.

— April Roach,Sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of agile

Adjective

The five-night yacht voyages combine access to historic sites along the river and elegant, luxurious accommodations.

— Forbes Travel Guide, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026
Featuring romantic bell sleeves, an elegant boat neckline, and an adjustable back cinch detail, this figure-forming top looks flattering on just about everyone.

— Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of elegant

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Later on, Bret wanders away from his friends and runs into Debbie’s father, Terry Schaffer (Wes Bentley), entertaining handsome young men in the hot tub.

— Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 6 Aug. 2026
The younger Gere plays Robert Mallory, the handsome new student who transfers to Buckley prep at the same time that The Trawler begins killing local teens.

— Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of handsome

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Director John Woo brings a balletic style that exudes confidence and flair, particularly in the stunning one-take hospital shootout sequence.

— Eric Farwell, Entertainment Weekly, 12 June 2026
Italy was leading 1–0 when, in the 78th minute, Baggio exchanged passes with teammate Giuseppe Giannini, drifted through Czechoslovakia’s defense with balletic control, and calmly slotted the ball past the goalkeeper.

— Gitanjali Roy, Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 June 2026

Definition of balletic

Adjective

The five-time Pro Bowler had one of his finest statistical seasons last year, allowing only 15 pressures on 491 pass-blocking snaps, according to Pro Football Focus.

— Nicki Jhabvala, New York Times, 9 Aug. 2026
It’s made of premium—think fine-gauge fibers that don’t itch—merino wool, a naturally thermoregulating material.

— Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 8 Aug. 2026

Definition of fine

Adjective

Alvarezsaurs were predominantly small, with stubby but powerful forelimbs, long and gracile hindlimbs and lightly built skulls.

— Reuters, NBC news, 26 Feb. 2026
Hawkins misplaced horns and spikes, and some of his robust four-legged dinosaurs were actually gracile bipeds.

— Yannic Rack, Smithsonian Magazine, 29 Aug. 2023

Definition of gracile

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Shot across the teeming city streets and the majestic underground caves of Ireland, Bucking Fastard features operatic imagery from the director’s longtime cinematographer Peter Zeitlinger.

— Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 11 Aug. 2026
The rolling hills behind the beach looked majestic against the darkening sky.

— Annie Daly, Vogue, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of majestic

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