1.
Someone or something that is ~ moves in a smooth and controlled way which is attractive to watch.
His movements were so ~ they seemed effortless.
...~ ballerinas.
ADJ
~ly
She stepped ~ly onto the stage.
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2.
Something that is ~ is attractive because it has a pleasing shape or style.
His handwriting, from earliest young manhood, was flowing and ~.
ADJ
~ly
She loved the ~ly high ceiling, with its white-painted cornice.
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3.
If a person’s behaviour is ~, it is polite, kind, and pleasant, especially in a difficult situation.
Aubrey could think of no ~ way to escape Corbet’s company...
He was charming, cheerful, and ~ under pressure.
ADJ
~ly
We managed to decline ~ly.
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