The Charites
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The Charites, also called the Graces, were three or more goddesses of charm, beauty, nature, creativity, goodwill, and fertility. Three of the graces were named Aglaea (Shining), Euphrosyne (Joy), and Thalia (Blooming). Their Roman equivalent was the Gratiae.
Synonyms:
three graces, gratiae