graceful

adjective

ˈgrās-fəl How to pronounce graceful (audio)
Definition of gracefulnext
1
as in agile
moving easily the graceful ballerina effortlessly leapt across the stage

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2
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 Yet 20 minutes later, it was long forgotten during a graceful balance beam routine that brought her to within striking distance of the lead. — CBS News, 10 Aug. 2026 In the morning, travelers will awake among the graceful canals and bridges of Venice, with a private water taxi to ferry them into the heart of the Venetian lagoon to explore the city’s many islands. — Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Aug. 2026 In the wild, the end is less graceful, as ocean predators eat many. — Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 6 Aug. 2026 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 See All Example Sentences for graceful
Recent Examples of Synonyms for graceful
  1. agile
  2. elegant
  3. nimble
  4. handsome
  5. balletic
  6. fine
  7. gracile
  8. majestic
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  • The standard Dynamic Handling Package is the most impressive bit of tech and vital for agile cornering in the tall, heavy SUV.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 19 Aug. 2026
  • The agile climbers often spend their time hidden in trees or on rocky ledges, both of which can be found at the zoo.
    — Melinda Moore, Chicago Tribune, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of agile
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  • Top 5 Can’t Miss A former family mansion, the elegant Villa Igiea is one of Palermo’s most opulent stays, with a history of hosting celebrities and royals during its early years.
    — Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Best Splurge At 7-feet tall, this bar cabinet is both elegant and dignified, pairing a walnut finish and forest green leather with brass hardware.
    — Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of elegant
Adjective
  • By refusing to dwell solely on the negatives and problems, Lopez said positive reappraisal can help people be more nimble, flexible and adaptive to challenges.
    — Jayson Jenks, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Success on major platforms will require partnerships between nimble commercial companies and traditional contractors with the capacity to manage large programs.
    — Doug Beck, Foreign Affairs, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of nimble
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  • Flynn delivers a knockout twist midway through this thriller about a picture-perfect young woman who has presumably been killed by her handsome husband.
    — The Week US, TheWeek, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Both variants are available in handsome Pearl and Onyx finishes – but the Kickstarter exclusive Ember (a vibrant reddish orange) variant with 12GB RAM looks especially hot.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 18 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
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  • Even though his parents split more than 25 years ago, according to Us Weekly, their living arrangement worked out just fine.
    — Diane J. Cho, PEOPLE, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Before planting any hibiscus seeds, start by nicking or sanding the seeds using fine-grade sandpaper or the tip of a knife.
    — Shelby Vittek, The Spruce, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of fine
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  • 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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  • But there’s much more to see here, from the stately El Retiro Park to the majestic Royal Palace.
    — Jennifer Fernández Solano, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
  • And with two outs in the inning, Munetaka Murakami broke that tie with a majestic solo home run.
    — LaMond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of majestic

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