Antonyms for gracelessness

Grammar : Noun

Spell : greys-lis

Phonetic Transcription : ˈgreɪs lɪs

Definition of gracelessness

Origin : late 14c., "not in a state of grace," from grace (n.) + -less. Meaning "wanting charm or elegance" is from 1630s. Related: Gracelessly; gracelessness.

As in awkwardness : noun clumsiness; inelegance
As in artlessness : noun unskillfulness

Example sentences :

But he did not choose to descant upon his gracelessness to Margery.
Extract from : « The Shadow of Ashlydyat » by Mrs. Henry Wood

Like him was I, these sloping shoulders, this gracelessness.
Extract from : « Ulysses » by James Joyce

One alone I have gracelessness—not to dispute—but to wish to extend.
Extract from : « The Life of Francis Thompson » by Everard Meynell

I hope that woman in Reno will read these lines and forgive me my gracelessness and unveracity.
Extract from : « The Road » by Jack London

Then the gracelessness of the masculine method was acknowledged and deplored.
Extract from : « Shakespeare and the Modern Stage » by Sir Sidney Lee

"I'm glad your father didn't live to see you in all the glory of your gracelessness," he said.
Extract from : « Smoke Bellew » by Jack London

Now, there are many reasons why this gracelessness of young children should be pretty and sympathetic to us.
Extract from : « The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. XXII (of 25) » by Robert Louis Stevenson

The doctor's impulsive nature rose in revolt against the merciless brevity and gracelessness of that reply.
Extract from : « Armadale » by Wilkie Collins

His jaw stiffened, then with a sense of chagrin for this gracelessness he stepped forward with a belated cordiality.
Extract from : « The Tyranny of Weakness » by Charles Neville Buck

The matter which had taken Mr. Carlyle thither was entered upon immediately—Francis Levison, his debts, and his gracelessness.
Extract from : « East Lynne » by Mrs. Henry Wood

Synonyms for gracelessness

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