Gracious
(adjective)
- Kind and pleasant.
- Showing kindness, generosity, and courtesy to others.
Origin:
Middle english: from old french gracieus, from latin gratiosus, from gratia "favor, grace".
Examples:
- She was a gracious host and made sure her guests were comfortable.
- He was gracious in defeat and congratulated the winner.
- She had a gracious personality and was well-liked by everyone.
- The princess was gracious in her speech to the commoners.
- The manager's gracious apology diffused the situation.