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

• class
• classiness
• courtliness
• elegancy
• fineness
• grace
• gracefulness
• handsomeness
• majesty
• refinement
• stateliness

Examples of elegance in a Sentence

the elegance of the hotel's French furnishings

Recent Examples on the Web

Years after dazzling in primetime by covering herself in fake blood, Gaga had graced the Oscars stage with utmost elegance, capable of evolving her talents and becoming a stately pop spokeswoman. —Jason Lipshutz, Billboard, 5 Nov. 2024

Many of her items feature Swarovski crystals, which enhance their elegance and appeal. —Angela Chan-Danisi, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024

That's due, Dr. Anderson explains, to the elegance of tamoxifen's mechanism of action. —Katie Hafner, Scientific American, 31 Oct. 2024

This is something intrinsically meaningful for her, in terms of its accessibility to women, the beauty, the elegance, the way of creating beautiful grace, inspired by Southern hospitality, without being overly sexualized. —Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 28 Oct. 2024

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