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as in attentiveness
speech or behavior that is a sign of good breeding
at this type of private school, young women would be taught upper-class graciousness
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as in sweetness
the state or quality of having a pleasant or agreeable manner in socializing with others
his graciousness and wit kept his fellow diners entertained throughout the meal
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Recent Examples of graciousness
There are, unfortunately, far too many examples of women who marry high-profile figures only to be harangued for expressing anything other than gratitude and graciousness.
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Maira Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2026
Like many who spoke out after the couple’s alleged murder, Elwes described Reiner’s warm personality and graciousness on set, something that often set him apart from other big names in the industry, as well as his willingness to take a chance on a young, relatively unknown actor.
—Elaina Patton, IndieWire, 30 Dec. 2025
Kaye complimented the graciousness of the MSO, who went beyond inviting Coonen to attend a rehearsal.
—Jim Higgins, jsonline.com, 13 Nov. 2025
Such a brilliant actor, a kind heart and full of graciousness with a shining independent spirit.
—Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 11 Oct. 2025
Your graciousness and kindness is appreciated by our entire restaurant team.
—Haadiza Ogwude, Cincinnati Enquirer, 4 Aug. 2025
Maira Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2026
Like many who spoke out after the couple’s alleged murder, Elwes described Reiner’s warm personality and graciousness on set, something that often set him apart from other big names in the industry, as well as his willingness to take a chance on a young, relatively unknown actor.
—Elaina Patton, IndieWire, 30 Dec. 2025
Kaye complimented the graciousness of the MSO, who went beyond inviting Coonen to attend a rehearsal.
—Jim Higgins, jsonline.com, 13 Nov. 2025
Such a brilliant actor, a kind heart and full of graciousness with a shining independent spirit.
—Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 11 Oct. 2025
Your graciousness and kindness is appreciated by our entire restaurant team.
—Haadiza Ogwude, Cincinnati Enquirer, 4 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for graciousness
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Life without that kind of attentiveness?—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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This conviction shaped his attentiveness to Jews facing state oppression.—
Ed Gaskin,
Boston Herald,
15 Feb. 2026
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Treat your family to all the wonderful sweetness and texture of carrot cake in a loaf.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
6 Mar. 2026
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The restaurant’s rotisserie-style duck — available whole or half — remains its signature, earning praise from diners who describe it as exceptionally tender with balanced sweetness and spice.—
Susan Stapleton,
Des Moines Register,
5 Mar. 2026
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Humility and thoughtfulness are the right lessons to learn from these conflicts.—
Colin Pascal,
Baltimore Sun,
1 Mar. 2026
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Nowadays, the tradition is rooted less in utility (a 2026 bride probably has her own pots, thank you very much; or if not, a loyal DoorDash subscription) and more in thoughtfulness.—
Elly Leavitt,
Vogue,
23 Feb. 2026
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Where dahlias and zinnias offer structure and bold blooms, cosmos add airy elegance to any garden or cut flower arrangement.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
5 Mar. 2026
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Its high-neck design and ribbed hem and cuffs combine classic Irish texture and elegance that also keeps you toasty while walking from pub to pub.—
Gretta Monahan,
Boston Herald,
5 Mar. 2026
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Judith Martin's Miss Manners column has chronicled the continuous rise and fall of American manners since 1978.—
Judith Martin,
Dallas Morning News,
10 Mar. 2026
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The manners by which stories of heroes were conveyed in antiquity were not so unlike the comic books, movies and TV shows, games, and high-profile PR events of the Marvel Universe.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Feb. 2026
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There’s a quixotic gallantry to appealing to a saner conservative and looking ahead to a post-Trump American politics.—
James Folta,
Literary Hub,
14 Aug. 2025
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Queen Elizabeth later awarded Beaton the George's Cross, Britain’s highest civilian award for gallantry, for his role in saving her daughter’s life, and bestowed honors on Callender, as well as the other policemen and onlookers who intervened.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
2 Aug. 2025
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Genuine courtesy strengthens your reputation across all spheres.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
6 Mar. 2026
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The show will still carry in NYC, courtesy of the Writers Guild of America East.—
Kirsten Chuba,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Mar. 2026
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The service This is quintessential Costa Rican hospitality.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 Mar. 2026
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Co-owner and hospitality veteran Sophie Vidal designed the cocktail and seafood bar to be approachable and affordable, and to prioritize regulars over special-occasion diners.—
Patricia Kaowthumrong,
Denver Post,
3 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Graciousness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/graciousness. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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