ми́лость — meaning in English
milost
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English meaning
- benevolence noun A kind and generous disposition; the wish to do good for others.
- blessing noun A prayer or ritual act asking for divine favour or protection.
- condescension noun The act of condescending; a manner of behaving in an outwardly polite way that nevertheless implies superiority to another; patronizing courtesy toward inferiors.
- grace noun Smooth, elegant movement or manner.
- ladyship noun A respectful title used to address or refer to a noblewoman, without stating her specific title.
- mercy noun Kindness or forgiveness shown toward someone who could reasonably be punished or treated harshly instead.
Senses
ми́лость is used for these senses in English:
- benevolence (uncountable) Disposition to do good.
- blessing Some kind of divine or supernatural aid, or reward.
- condescension The act of condescending; a manner of behaving in an outwardly polite way that nevertheless implies superiority to another; patronizing courtesy toward inferiors.
- grace (uncountable, theology) Free and undeserved favour, especially of God; unmerited divine assistance given to humans for their regeneration or sanctification, or for resisting sin.
- ladyship Term of respect for a woman of the peerage without using her title.
- mercy (uncountable) Relenting; forbearance to cause or allow harm to another.
blessing — full definition
- noun A prayer or ritual act asking for divine favour or protection.
- noun Something that brings unexpected good fortune.
- noun Formal approval or support for a plan or decision.