noun
Graces
GRAY-sihz
noun
1
In Greek mythology, the three goddesses (Euphrosyne, Aglaia, and Thalia) who personified charm, beauty, and goodwill.
"Renaissance painters loved to depict the Three Graces dancing together."
2
The plural of grace, often used in phrases about being in someone's good favor.
"He was always trying to get back into his boss's good graces."
How to Use Graces
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither the mythological trio of goddesses, or the everyday phrase about being liked or favored by someone.
Common pairings
good graces
the Three Graces
fall from grace
Word Forms
the Graces plural
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Etymology
From Latin Gratiae ("the Graces"), from gratia ("grace, favor"), ultimately from Ancient Greek kharis ("grace, charity").