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

The $45 flats are rated highly for their cushion, arch support, and classy aesthetic. —Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 26 May 2026

Many colors are selling fast, so make sure to snap up this all-season classy tee for just $45. —Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 21 May 2026

Keep Playful Sparring Classy And Professional Keep it classy. —Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026

Booths in the front of the main dining room lean classy, for a fun lunch or a night out. —Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 14 May 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