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What is comparative and superlative for the word gracious?

The word "gracious" is already an adjective, meaning showing kindness and courtesy. It doesn't have a typical comparative or superlative form.

However, you can use other words to express different degrees of graciousness:

More gracious:

* More courteous

* More kind

* More polite

* More hospitable

* More affable

Most gracious:

* Most courteous

* Kindest

* Most polite

* Most hospitable

* Most affable

You can also use adverbs to modify "gracious":

* Very gracious

* Extremely gracious

* Incredibly gracious

* Remarkably gracious

Ultimately, the best way to express varying degrees of graciousness depends on the context of your sentence.

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