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Synonyms for gracelessness

Grammar : Noun
Spell : greys-lis
Phonetic Transcription : ˈgreɪs lɪs

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Définition 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

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