Graciously and Nastily

Graciously

Graciously adverb - With good reason or courtesy.
Usage example: flattered to be asked but unable to attend, she graciously turned down the wedding invitation

Nastily is an antonym for graciously.

Nearby Words: gracious, gracefully

Nastily

Nastily adverb - In a mean or spiteful manner.
Usage example: he nastily stuck his foot out and tripped the front runner, simply because he couldn't stand to see her win

Graciously is an antonym for nastily.

Nearby Word: nasty
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