Definition of gracious

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • gracious is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 11
  • gracious is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 11
  • gracious is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 14

Definition of gracious


  • characterized by kindness and warm courtesy especially of a king to his subjects (adjective)

    Synonyms

    1. benignant
  • exhibiting courtesy and politeness (adjective)

    Synonyms

    1. courteous
    2. nice
  • characterized by charm, good taste, and generosity of spirit (adjective)

    Examples

    1. gracious even to unexpected visitors
    2. gracious living
    3. he bears insult with gracious good humor
  • disposed to bestow favors (adjective)

    Examples

    1. thanks to the gracious gods

See definition of gracious in Merriam Webster