graciously
word · lemma: gracious
Definition
In a kind, polite, or generous way, often showing respect or goodwill when doing something or accepting something.
Usage & Nuances
'Graciously' is formal or polite. Often used when someone gives permission, accepts thanks, or helps with kindness. Not the same as 'gratefully' (showing thanks), 'graciously' focuses on being courteous or generous.
Spanish: amablemente - cortésmentePortuguese (BR): gentilmente - graciosamentePortuguese (PT): graciosamente - gentilmenteChinese (Simplified): 欣然地 - 慷慨地Chinese (Traditional): 欣然地 - 慷慨地Hindi: सौम्यता से - कृपापूर्वकArabic: بلُطف - بِكرمBengali: সৌজন্যসহকারে - সদয়ভাবে - ভদ্রভাবেRussian: великодушно - любезноJapanese: 丁寧に - 親切に - 寛大にVietnamese: một cách lịch thiệp - một cách ân cầnKorean: 관대하게 - 정중하게Turkish: nazikçe - zarifçeUrdu: شفقت سے - مہربانی سے - با وقار انداز میںIndonesian: dengan anggun - dengan ramah - dengan murah hati
Example Sentences
The principal graciously agreed to our request.
basic
"Thank you for your help," she said, and he nodded graciously.
natural
They graciously invited us over for dinner even though we arrived late.
natural
After the mistake, she graciously accepted his apology without hesitation.
natural
She graciously accepted the award.
basic
He graciously opened the door for us.
basic