grace
grays
- n (Christian theology) a state of sanctification by God; the state of one who is under such divine influence
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 - n elegance and beauty of movement or expression
a beautiful figure which she used in subtle movements of unparalleled grace - n a sense of propriety and consideration for others
a place where the company of others must be accepted with good grace - n a disposition to kindness and compassion
the victor's grace in treating the vanquished - n (Greek mythology) one of three sisters who were the givers of beauty and charm; a favorite subject for sculptors
- n a short prayer of thanks before a meal
their youngest son said grace - n (Christian theology) the free and unmerited favor or beneficence of God
God's grace is manifested in the salvation of sinners
there but for the grace of God go I - v make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc.
- v be beautiful to look at
- So too at the present time there is a remnant, chosen by grace.