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grace noun
Meaning : (Christian theology) a state of sanctification by God. The state of one who is under such divine influence.
Example :
The conception of grace developed alongside the conception of sin.
It was debated whether saving grace could be obtained outside the membership of the church.
The Virgin lived in a state of grace.
Synonyms : saving grace, state of grace
Meaning : Elegance and beauty of movement or expression.
Example :
A beautiful figure which she used in subtle movements of unparalleled grace.
Synonyms : gracility
Meaning : A sense of propriety and consideration for others.
Example :
A place where the company of others must be accepted with good grace.
Synonyms : seemliness
A lack of consideration for others.
unseemlinessMeaning : A period of time past the deadline for fulfilling an obligation during which a penalty that would be imposed for being late is waived, especially an extended period granted as a special favor.
Example :
The payment had originally been due on April 1 but we had a grace period which expired in June..
Synonyms : grace period
Meaning : (Greek mythology) one of three sisters who were the givers of beauty and charm. A favorite subject for sculptors.
Meaning : A short prayer of thanks before a meal.
Example :
Their youngest son said grace.
Synonyms : blessing, thanksgiving
Meaning : (Christian theology) the free and unmerited favor or beneficence of God.
Example :
God's grace is manifested in the salvation of sinners.
There but for the grace of God go I.
Synonyms : free grace, grace of god
