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

The North End Zone lounge and suites The field-level floor of the North End Zone will introduce fans to a classier, more neutral part of the structure. —Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 28 Mar. 2026

This book was lauded on its release for getting candid about the woman known for her classy exterior. —Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 23 Mar. 2026

Instead, the five-star hotel’s bold offering includes a classy French-Japanese restaurant, a trendy Japanese craft-gin bar, and an organic wellness program. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Mar. 2026

There's just something so classy and ladylike about its foot-hugging silhouette. —Amanda Le, InStyle, 14 Mar. 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