In a manner characterized by elegance or beauty of form, manner, movement, or speech. She danced gracefully across the stage, captivating the audience with her fluid movements.
In a polite, gracious, or tactful manner, especially when accepting something unwelcome or disappointing. He accepted the defeat gracefully, congratulating his opponent with a smile.
Smoothly and without abruptness or disruption, particularly of processes, systems, or transitions. The application shut down gracefully after saving all open files.