graciousness
/ˈɡreɪʃəsnəs/ (bre, ipa) · /ˈɡreɪʃəsnəs/ (ame, ipa)
graciousness — 名詞
1. a way of behaving that is polite, kind, and warm toward other people, especially
親切有禮
待人溫和體貼的態度
a way of behaving that is polite, kind, and warm toward other people, especially when you are in a position of authority or are providing a service
Mei-Lin was known for her graciousness, always welcoming new neighbors with a hot meal.
Mei-Lin 以親切有禮聞名，總是用熱騰騰的飯菜歡迎新鄰居。
possessive + graciousness for personal quality
The elderly teacher thanked the students for their graciousness during her final lesson.
那位年長的老師感謝學生們在她最後一堂課上所展現的溫暖和體貼。
Despite being the team leader, Vikram showed graciousness by listening carefully to every opinion.
Vikram 雖然是組長，仍謙和地仔細聆聽每個人的意見。
The ambassador's graciousness toward the young reporter made the interview much less awkward.
大使對那位年輕記者的親切態度，讓採訪過程順利了許多。
Hassan accepted the criticism with remarkable graciousness, thanking everyone for their honest feedback.
Hassan 以驚人的謙和態度接受了批評，並感謝大家坦誠的建議。
- courtesy
more formal and rule-based; graciousness implies warmer, more personal kindness
- kindness
broader in meaning; graciousness adds a sense of social polish and generosity
- politeness
more about following social rules; graciousness suggests genuine warmth beyond rules
- rudeness
deliberately impolite or disrespectful behavior
- discourtesy
formal term for a lack of politeness or consideration
文法句型
possessive + graciousness
graciousness of + noun phrase
with graciousness
用法筆記
Often describes the behavior of people who hold higher status or are acting as hosts. The focus is on kindness that goes beyond ordinary politeness.
常見錯誤
2. the quality of being beautiful, comfortable, and relaxed in a way that suggests
優雅舒適
富裕生活中展現的舒適美感
the quality of being beautiful, comfortable, and relaxed in a way that suggests a wealthy or refined lifestyle
The old mansion had a quiet graciousness, with soft lighting and polished wooden floors.
那棟老宅散發著一種寧靜的優雅氣息，柔和的燈光搭配拋光木地板。
adjective + graciousness for atmosphere
Visitors admired the graciousness of the hotel lobby, with its high ceilings and fresh flowers.
訪客們無不讚嘆飯店大廳的舒適優雅，高挑的天花板與鮮花相得益彰。
graciousness of + place
The graciousness of the garden came from the careful placement of fountains along the winding paths.
這座花園的雅緻來自於沿著蜿蜒小徑悉心佈置的噴泉。
The graciousness of the dining room made every meal there feel like a special celebration.
餐廳的優美氛圍讓每一頓飯都像在慶祝特別的日子。
Shoshana loved the graciousness of her grandmother's home, with its soft carpets and warm colors.
Shoshana 喜愛祖母家中那種舒適溫馨的格調，柔軟的地毯與溫暖的色調讓人放鬆。
- elegance
focuses on stylish beauty; graciousness also implies comfort and a relaxed atmosphere
- refinement
emphasizes good taste and cultivation; graciousness adds warmth and ease
- luxury
stresses wealth and indulgence; graciousness is about tasteful, comfortable beauty
- shabbiness
worn or neglected condition that lacks beauty or comfort
- coarseness
rough or unrefined quality, opposite of tasteful elegance
文法句型
adjective + graciousness
graciousness of + place / lifestyle
用法筆記
Almost always describes places, rooms, buildings, or lifestyles — never people. If describing a person, use sense 1.