elegance

noun

el·​e·​gance ˈe-li-gən(t)s 

1

a

: refined grace or dignified propriety : urbanity

b

: tasteful richness of design or ornamentation

the sumptuous elegance of the furnishings

c

: dignified gracefulness or restrained beauty of style : polish

the essay is marked by lucidity, wit, and elegance

d

: scientific precision, neatness, and simplicity

the elegance of a mathematical proof

2

: something that is elegant

Synonyms of elegance

• elegancy
• majesty
• refinement
• gracefulness

Examples of elegance in a Sentence

the elegance of the hotel's French furnishings

Recent Examples on the Web

The fashion houses that best embrace contemporary elegance understood this before anyone else. —Alex Sales, Glamour, 15 Mar. 2026

From the start, the Call Me By Your Name star has favored androgynous elegance, romantic florals, and waist-cinching suits at movie premieres and press events. —Amber Rambharose, InStyle, 15 Mar. 2026

Rose Byrne is oozing pure elegance on the 98th Academy Awards red carpet. —Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 15 Mar. 2026

Mars followed suit, delivering a visual and sonic tribute to mariachi elegance. —Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 13 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1504, in the meaning defined at sense 1c

Kids Definition

elegance

noun

el·​e·​gance ˈel-i-gən(t)s 

1

: gracefulness of style or movement

2

: decoration or design that is rich but in good taste