graceful
2 antonyms and opposites of graceful, grouped by meaning.
Adjective — Moving or shaped in a smooth, elegant way.
Antonyms
How to use graceful
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Middle English graceful, built from grace plus the suffix -ful ("full of").
Full origin of graceful →Frequently asked questions
What does “graceful” mean?
The word “graceful” means moving or shaped in a smooth, elegant way. In plain terms, smooth, elegant, or dignified — whether describing how a body moves or how a person behaves under pressure.
How do you pronounce “graceful”?
“Graceful” is pronounced GRAYS-fuul (/ˈɡɹeɪsfʊl/ in IPA).
How do you use “graceful” in a sentence?
Here is “graceful” used in a sentence: “The dancer crossed the stage with graceful, flowing movements.”
What is the opposite of “graceful”?
The opposite of “graceful” — its antonyms — are graceless and clumsy.
What part of speech is “graceful”?
“Graceful” is an adjective.
Where does the word “graceful” come from?
The word “graceful” comes from Middle English. From Middle English graceful, built from grace plus the suffix -ful ("full of").
Is “graceful” a common word?
“Graceful” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “graceful” have?
“Graceful” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: moving or shaped in a smooth, elegant way.