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

Ryan Destiny stunned in a chic, body-hugging red dress, while Jurnee Smollett brought polished drama in a simple but classy strapless dress. —Larry Stansbury, Essence, 10 Dec. 2025

Don’t worry, nobody’s urging you to board the plane in a shift dress and heels, but how about a cute matching set that’s said to be dressy, classy, and comfortable? —Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 8 Dec. 2025

Best Cocktail Dresses Under $50 Go elegant and classy for fancy holiday affairs without breaking the bank. —Julia Fields, Southern Living, 1 Dec. 2025

In the Hawaiian Blue colorway, the skirt and cardi look bold while staying classy. —Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 26 Nov. 2025

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