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

The restaurant has a classy bar made of zinc and imported from France. —Michael Goldstein, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025

Davis standing alongside Withers struck me as a classy gesture, and Withers answering for his mistake rather than hiding from the media was another. —Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 15 Mar. 2025

Mimi's Table Bistro & Wine Bar is a classy yet relaxed establishment known for excellent Old World fare made from local and sustainable ingredients. —Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2025

Pointy-Toe Heels: The Power Move Edward Berthelot/Getty Images For a classy, sophisticated look, a pointy heel is your best friend. —Ruhama Wolle, Glamour, 5 Mar. 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