Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

graceful

Adjective
/ˈɡreɪsfəl/
Definition
Having beauty of movement, form, or proportion; pleasing and elegant in appearance or manner.
Examples
  • The ballerina performed a graceful pirouette across the stage.
  • His graceful demeanor impressed everyone at the gala.
  • The swan glided gracefully across the lake.
Meaning
Graceful refers to something that moves in a smooth, flowing manner that is pleasing to observe. It can apply to physical movements, like dancing, as well as to someone’s behavior or actions that show elegance and poise.
Synonyms
  • Elegant
  • Fluid
  • Poised
  • Delicate
  • Smooth