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

• elegancy
• majesty
• refinement
• gracefulness

Examples of elegance in a Sentence

the elegance of the hotel's French furnishings

Recent Examples on the Web

Dark Denim Diesel Relaxed Jeans The name of the game in Milan is casual elegance, the essence of which is captured by a dark pair of denim. —Abbey Hudetz, Travel + Leisure, 27 Sep. 2025

Floor-to-ceiling windows and expansive terraces blur the line between indoors and out, while interiors balance modern elegance with a sense of calm. —Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 26 Sep. 2025

But over the last several years, Priscilla Presley’s glamorous ’60s style transitioned to more understated elegance. —Julia Teti, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2025

There’s no fabric more classic than toile, which brings elegance to any space. —Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 25 Sep. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1510, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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