In
Greek mythology, a
Charis (; , ) or
Grace is one of three or more minor goddesses of charm, beauty, nature, human creativity, and fertility, together known as the
Charites ( ) or
Graces. The usual list, from youngest to oldest is
Aglaea ("Splendor"),
Euphrosyne ("Mirth"), and
Thalia ("Good Cheer"). In
Roman mythology they were known as the
Gratiae, the "Graces". In some variants, Charis was one of the Graces and was not the singular form of their name.