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

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.
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As tennis sponsorships evolve, so will the balance between generating revenue and preserving the game’s classy character. Merlisa Lawrence Corbett, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025 This was once a special franchise, as the classy halftime jersey retirement ceremony for Parker reminded everyone, with Lisa Leslie introducing and Parker embracing and the standing crowd a little teary. Bill Plaschke, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2025 The look was a classy, yet slightly understated, diversion from Princess Kate's past Trooping fashion. Meredith Kile, People.com, 14 June 2025 Led by Messi, a classy pedigree Miami has lived up to that billing — luring star players such as former Real Madrid forward Gonzalo Higuaín and eventually landing the biggest of them all two years ago when signing Messi. James Robson, Chicago Tribune, 14 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for classy

Word History

First Known Use

1870, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of classy was in 1870

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“Classy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/classy. Accessed 6 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

classy

adjective
classier; classiest
: having or showing class: as
b
: having or showing refined behavior
a classy guy
c
: very skillful and graceful
a classy player
classiness noun

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