elegance

noun

el·​e·​gance ˈe-li-gən(t)s 

1

a

: refined grace or dignified propriety : urbanity

b

: tasteful richness of design or ornamentation

the sumptuous elegance of the furnishings

c

: dignified gracefulness or restrained beauty of style : polish

the essay is marked by lucidity, wit, and elegance

d

: scientific precision, neatness, and simplicity

the elegance of a mathematical proof

2

: something that is elegant

Synonyms of elegance

• elegancy
• majesty
• refinement
• gracefulness

Examples of elegance in a Sentence

the elegance of the hotel's French furnishings

Recent Examples on the Web

The 269-footer was designed by the team at Nuvolari Lenard, who gives the superyacht a touch of Italian elegance on the water. — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 30 July 2026

For daytime, Kim reaches for delicate, everyday pieces such as a layered look built on the brand’s box chain set or a simple stack of huggies or dainty diamond rings for understated, everyday elegance. — Pooja Mistry, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026

For the luxury house’s 45th anniversary affair in its home city of Rome, the actress was the epitome of elegance in a halterneck, low-back black gown with white beaded detailing. — Freya Drohan, InStyle, 26 July 2026

The result is a shoe that retains all the elegance of a classic loafer, but with a decidedly more relaxed vibe. — Lucrezia Malavolta, Glamour, 25 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1504, in the meaning defined at sense 1c

Kids Definition

elegance

noun

el·​e·​gance ˈel-i-gən(t)s 

1

: gracefulness of style or movement

2

: decoration or design that is rich but in good taste