graceful

adjective

ˈgrās-fəl How to pronounce graceful (audio)
Definition of gracefulnext
1
as in agile
moving easily the graceful ballerina effortlessly leapt across the stage

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2
as in elegant
having or showing elegance sat down in the old plantation home's very graceful parlor

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Recent Examples of graceful Directed by Paul Hunter, the accompanying music video was lauded for its futuristic aesthetics and Aaliyah's graceful, sensual dance performances. — Ime Ekpo, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025 While the time-jumping structure can be mildly confusing at first, editor Alexandre de Franceschi establishes a graceful rhythm, keeping the transitions fluid. — David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 15 Feb. 2025 Photos released by the court show Kate smiling in brightly colored costumes, her hair slicked back, and her feet and arms in the studied pose of a graceful ballerina. — Hilary Whiteman, CNN, 15 Feb. 2025 But therapy in the great outdoors, even with stunning visuals and artful metaphors, can only take a show so far, though it’s greatly helped by Landau’s graceful direction, Melecio Estrella and Bandaloop’s vertical staging and an impressive supporting cast. — Frank Rizzo, Variety, 14 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for graceful
Recent Examples of Synonyms for graceful
  1. agile
  2. elegant
  3. nimble
  4. handsome
  5. fine
  6. majestic
  7. gracile
  8. lithe
Adjective
  • Additionally, the company has implemented DataOps principles to create more agile data pipelines, which can result in faster data delivery and increased responsiveness to changing business needs.
    — Robert Kramer, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025
  • Of course, some babies are very agile and will attempt to climb out sooner—at which point they should be moved to a bed.
    — Laura Broadwell, Parents, 18 Mar. 2025
Definition of agile
Adjective
  • The overall effect reminds us of a shibori dye—understated and elegant enough to make the whole room feel slightly more special.
    — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 14 Mar. 2025
  • Inside, details like custom door trim and crown mouldings add elegant touches to the living and family rooms throughout the home.
    — Mary Forgione, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
Definition of elegant
Adjective
  • However, traders had to be nimble, as rallies were quickly faded.
    — Frank Cappelleri, CNBC, 12 Mar. 2025
  • Along the way, the robots — which resemble mobile erector sets — get more nimble and functional.
    — Lisa Kennedy, Variety, 7 Mar. 2025
Definition of nimble
Adjective
  • Schwartz was a tall, handsome kid from New York, the son of a doctor.
    — Peter Van Sant, CBS News, 21 Mar. 2025
  • Ultimately, the stepmother is defeated, and Snow White falls in love with a handsome prince.
    — Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 21 Mar. 2025
Definition of handsome
Adjective
  • The fine dining eatery will also unveil renovations in its interior layout and bar later this spring.
    — Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 17 Mar. 2025
  • Races and championships can be decided on such fine margins.
    — Dan Cancian, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025
Definition of fine
Adjective
  • But for first-time visitors, nothing quite beats the thrill of skiing in Zermatt with the Matterhorn’s majestic silhouette as your backdrop.
    — Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 21 Mar. 2025
  • The majestic trophy is one of the most famous in sports with the face of the winner of each year’s Indianapolis 500 attached to the trophy, cast in sterling silver.
    — Bruce Martin, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025
Definition of majestic
Adjective
  • Hawkins misplaced horns and spikes, and some of his robust four-legged dinosaurs were actually gracile bipeds.
    — Yannic Rack, Smithsonian Magazine, 29 Aug. 2023
  • More generally, humans as a whole have become more gracile over the last 10,000 years.
    — Razib Khan, Discover Magazine, 26 Mar. 2012
Definition of gracile
Adjective
  • At the start of the production, when Blanche arrives at her sister’s dumpy apartment, a lithe young man (Jabez Sykes) contorts himself in abstract choreography.
    — Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2025
  • Absolutely delicious mid palate with melt-in-your-mouth tannins, lithe acidity and elegant flavors that include soy, balsamic, red plums, prunes, figs and melted chocolate.
    — Tom Mullen, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2025
Definition of lithe

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