elegance
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noun \ˈe-li-gən(t)s\Definition of ELEGANCE
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
See Examples of ELEGANCE
- <the elegance of the hotel's French furnishings>
First Known Use of ELEGANCE
circa 1510
Related to ELEGANCE
- Synonyms
- class, classiness, courtliness, elegancy, fineness, grace, gracefulness, handsomeness, majesty, refinement, stateliness
- Antonyms
- gracelessness, inelegance
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