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What is the comparative and superlative degrees of word gracious?

The word "gracious" is already in the positive degree. There isn't a direct comparative or superlative form for "gracious" in the same way you'd find for "big" (bigger, biggest).

Here's why and some alternatives:

* Gracious is an adjective describing someone or something as kind, courteous, and benevolent. It's not a word that easily lends itself to a "more" or "most" comparison.

Alternatives to express a higher degree of graciousness:

* More gracious: While not a typical comparative form, it's grammatically correct and could be used if needed.

* Most gracious: Similar to the above, this form is less common but could be used in specific situations.

* Extremely gracious: This phrase emphasizes a high level of graciousness.

* Unusually gracious: This implies that the level of graciousness is unexpected or noteworthy.

* Exceedingly gracious: This is a strong alternative emphasizing a very high degree of graciousness.

Remember: Choosing the best way to express a higher degree of graciousness depends on the context and the desired level of formality.

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