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gracelessly Antonyms

Opposite of gracelessly

Because the opposite of gracelessly shifts with each meaning, the 12 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adverb (Context 1)

In a manner that lacks physical elegance, poise, or smoothness of movement.

Usage Example

"Exhausted from the long hike, he collapsed gracefully onto the living room sofa."

Strongest
gracefully
elegantly
Strong
smoothly
deftly
nimbly
adroitly

• adverb (Context 2)

In a rude, tactless, or unmannerly way that lacks social charm, courtesy, or decency.

Usage Example

"The defeated candidate exited the stage graciously, refusing to congratulate his opponent."

Strongest
graciously
courteously
politely
tactfully
Strong
diplomatically
gallantly

Similar words to gracelessly

Words similar to gracelessly shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

ungracefully
awkwardly
clumsily
ungraciously
inelegantly
tactlessly
discourteously
churlishly
See all synonyms of gracelessly

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