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graceful manner

[ˈɡreɪsfəl ˈmænər]
noun phrasepl: graceful manners
forma elegante
1. A way of moving, behaving, or doing something that is smooth, elegant, and pleasing to observe
She accepted the award with graceful manner, thanking everyone without pretense.
Ela aceitou o prêmio com forma elegante, agradecendo a todos sem pretensão.
2. Dignified and courteous behavior or deportment
He handled the difficult situation in a graceful manner.
Ele lidou com a situação difícil de forma elegante.
Synonyms
elegant mannerrefined mannerdignified mannerpoised mannersmooth manner
Antonyms
awkward mannerclumsy mannerungainly mannerungraceful mannercrude manner

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
forma elegante / de forma graciosa
most common usage
Portugal
forma elegante / com graça
often emphasizes naturalness and charm

Related Idioms & Phrases

with grace and dignity
move with grace
handle something gracefully
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