Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
good-graces
noun
/ɡʊd ɡreɪsɪz/
Definition
A state or condition of being favored or in someone’s good opinion.
Examples
- After apologizing sincerely, he was once again in her good graces.
- The employee worked hard to remain in the good graces of his manager.
- Having the politician’s good graces helped the charity gain more support.
Meaning
Good-graces refers to the favor or goodwill that one person holds towards another. It indicates a positive relationship where one individual is in a good standing with another.
Synonyms
- favor
- regard
- approval
- kindness
