Phrase guide

social grace

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

A skill for dealing with people and society.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable, uncountable

Examples

  • His lack of mastery of the social graces made it obvious he had not been raised in upper-class society.

Meaning relationships

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Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

The ability to fit into polite society and behave properly and with etiquette.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable, uncountable

Examples

  • His lack of social grace made him anathema at dinner parties.

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Antonyms: none provided

History

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