graces

word · lemma: grace

Definition

"Graces" can mean elegant or polite qualities, short prayers said before meals, or special favors/blessings.

Usage & Nuances

Plural "graces" is formal or literary for elegance/virtue and more informal for meal prayers ("say graces"). Used in set phrases: "fall from graces", "social graces". Not common for everyday speech about physical grace (use "grace").

Example Sentences

She is known for her social graces.

basic

We always say graces before dinner.

basic

Many people appreciate her natural graces.

basic

After winning, he forgot his old friends and fell from graces.

natural

Can you say the graces tonight?

natural

His graces made everyone feel at ease at the party.

natural