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

Each shot is composed with intention and elegance, and editor George Cragg demonstrates a keen understanding of which moments merit long, unbroken takes and when cuts are necessary. —Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 31 Jan. 2026

Set the scene The property is an homage to Southwestern elegance with its grand Mexican Colonial architecture stretching across 65 acres of the Sonoran Desert. —Lizbeth Scordo, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Jan. 2026

While attending the Sundance Film Festival, the actress was spotted wearing a long faux fur coat that seamlessly blended comfort and elegance. —Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026

Beyond the romance and historic elegance, Villa Sant’Andrea is fully outfitted for modern life, with fiber-optic connectivity and high-tech surveillance systems. —Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 30 Jan. 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