Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

personae gratae

Noun

/ˌpərsəˈneɪ ˈɡrɑːteɪ/

Definition

Persons who are acceptable or welcome.

Examples

In diplomacy, diplomats are recognized as personae gratae when they are deemed acceptable by the host country.
Those invited to the gala are considered personae gratae by the organizing committee.

Meaning

The term ‘personae gratae’ is used to refer to individuals who are favored, acceptable, or officially recognized, particularly in diplomatic contexts where someone’s presence is permitted.