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 of classy

• elegant
• graceful
• handsome
• fine

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

Stay comfy while looking classy in Quince’s latest loafer design. — Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 3 Nov. 2026

The album was recorded in two days at Firehouse 12, the New Haven experimental and contemporary jazz mecca which encompasses a recording studio, a live music venue and a classy bar. — Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 2 Nov. 2026

This classy pair of satin pants from Yewanka has a loose fit with a mid-rise waistband and hems that hit right below the ankle on most people. — Isabel Bekele, InStyle, 1 Nov. 2026

For additional band options, Fitbit offers a cloth Performance Loop, an easy-to-use Magnet Band, and a classy Metal Links Band. — Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 26 Oct. 2026

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