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

• courtly
• elegant
• fine
• graceful
• handsome
• majestic
• refined
• stately
• tasteful

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

Ridley Scott’s Prometheus and Alien: Covenant, respectively from 2012 and 2018, were classy efforts to steer the franchise in a different direction, as far as possible from the silliness of two disposable Predator mashups. —David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Aug. 2024

Luna Sea Lounge, Walnut Creek Walking through these doors feels like stepping into a classy, design-forward submarine. —John Metcalfe, The Mercury News, 13 Aug. 2024

The décor is plush and classy yet understated, giving it a timeless style. —Wendy Altschuler, Travel + Leisure, 30 July 2024

In person, the Nest Thermostat's new design looks classy and resembles nautical instruments. —Eric Zeman, PCMAG, 9 Aug. 2024

Word History

Etymology

see class entry 1

First Known Use

1870, in the meaning defined above

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