graciously
graciously Lexical Profile
graciously Game Scores & Validity
• adverb
In a courteous, kind, and pleasant manner, especially toward someone of lower social status or when granting a request.
"The keynote speaker graciously agreed to stay after the lecture to answer questions from the students."
In an elegant, refined, or tasteful manner associated with comfort and high social standing.
"The historic estate had been restored and graciously appointed with period furniture."
In a merciful, compassionate, or benevolent manner (especially in religious contexts referring to divine grace).
"The congregation prayed that God would graciously forgive their trespasses and grant them peace."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Formed in Middle English from the adjective 'gracious' (from Old French 'gracios' and Latin 'gratiosus', meaning 'favored' or 'agreeable') plus the adverbial suffix '-ly'.