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

Princess Cruises For a classy onboard experience with the whole family, Princess Cruises offers delicious dining options and unmatched premium service. —Linnea Bailey, Southern Living, 8 Apr. 2026

Rather than hash out more of her thoughts, Staley had a classy response. —Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 5 Apr. 2026

The company has just shared the preliminary details of this classy new plug-in minibus. —New Atlas, 5 Apr. 2026

Bright pinks and blues are typical for baby showers, but white, gold and lavender will help keep the party classy. —Bestreviews, Mercury News, 3 Apr. 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