classy

adjective

ˈkla-sē 

classier; classiest

: having or showing class: such as

a

: elegant, stylish

a classy clientele

a classy hotel

b

: having or reflecting high standards of personal behavior

a classy guy

a classy gesture

c

: admirably skillful and graceful

a classy outfielder

classiness noun

Synonyms

• courtly
• elegant
• fine
• graceful
• handsome
• majestic
• refined
• stately
• tasteful

Examples of classy in a Sentence

the classiest nightclub in Madrid

The spa boasts some very classy clients.

Donating her salary bonus to charity was a really classy thing to do.

Recent Examples on the Web

Cannes, being a classy joint, has a simple policy for men: no trainers. —Damon Wise, Deadline, 13 May 2025

Malcolm Washington Malcolm Washington carries a bright blue Louis Vuitton handbag along with his classy black suit. —Brendan Le, People.com, 6 May 2025

The singer’s classy pinstripe Marc Jacobs ensemble with a polka dot cravat and oversized hat celebrated the night’s theme of Black style and dandyism. —Jade Walker, CNN Money, 6 May 2025

Finish with a pair of slinky pumps or kitten heels for a classy take on the ’90s secretary look for date night or the office. —Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 2 May 2025

Word History

Etymology

class entry 1 + -y entry 1

First Known Use

1870, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for classy

• assay
• bassi
• brassey
• brassy
• cassie
• chassis
• gassy
• glassy
• grassy
• lassie
• massy
• sassy

Kids Definition

classy

adjective

ˈklas-ē 

classier; classiest

: having or showing class: as

a

: elegant sense 1, stylish

b

: having or showing refined behavior

a classy guy

c

: very skillful and graceful

a classy player

classiness noun