classy

adjective

\ ˈkla-sē

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classier; classiest

Definition of classy

: 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

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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 team that ran like a classy, unstoppable machine through one championship season, and over 16 more wins en route to their second straight title game, imploded on itself. — Eddie Pells, Star Tribune, "Chiefs lose composure and see red amid a sea of yellow," 7 Feb. 2021 The team that ran like a classy, unstoppable machine through one championship season, and over 16 more wins en route to a second straight title game, imploded. — Eddie Pells, San Francisco Chronicle, "Chiefs lose composure and see red amid a sea of yellow," 7 Feb. 2021 The movie has never been considered classy cinema, but thanks to the interoperability of stay-at-home orders, streaming, and the Keanaissance, nerd-dom revived it in 2020, and not a moment too soon. — Jason Kehe, Wired, "2021 and the Conspiracies of Johnny Mnemonic," 11 Jan. 2021 The Chronicle wanted a classy housing development in that area. — Peter Hartlaub, SFChronicle.com, "In defense of Pier 39. May it rise after the pandemic kitschier than ever," 12 Jan. 2021 Hermès is classy but more standard-issue banker (it’s no accident that the French luxury brand has shops in both the City of London and near Wall Street in New York). — Rory Satran, WSJ, "What to Wear to Get Ahead in Finance—According to HBO’s ‘Industry’," 19 Dec. 2020 His world is a liminal space, the Governor’s Mansion an especially classy van on the way between gigs. — Jeb Lund, The New Republic, "Ron DeSantis Is TNR’s 2020 Scoundrel of the Year," 29 Dec. 2020 This design is intended not to be too flashy, but still have a stylish, classy look to it. — Liv Birdsall, USA TODAY, "15 bestselling bands to buy for your Apple Watch," 26 Dec. 2020 If a cookie jar that’s easy to reach into — and fill — is important to you, this classy, cozy cabin from Lenox is a no-brainer. — Dana Holmes, CNN Underscored, "Christmas cookie recipes that are simply irresistible," 21 Dec. 2020

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“Classy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/classy. Accessed 5 Mar. 2021.

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classy

adjective

English Language Learners Definition of classy

: having qualities that make someone or something special and attractive

: showing impressive character : very good, kind, etc.

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