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

This option has a classy leg slit that feels more elegant than a typical maxi, similar to Beckham’s dress, and its flattering stomach ruching and dramatic draping look modern and fashion-forward. —Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026

This classy performance, ending the set with a song from a competitor’s game, embodied the very spirit of the event, a pure expression of love for the culture of game music, across company lines. —Billboard Japan, Billboard, 30 Jan. 2026

Deck 18 houses space designed for children and teens, or visit the comfortable and classy Sky Lounge for drinks overlooking the pool deck. —Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Jan. 2026

As her lover Beau, Sobel gets to be both classy and cloddish. —Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 27 Jan. 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