CLASSY Synonyms: 96 Similar and Opposite Words

classy

adjective

ˈkla-sē

Definition of classy

as in elegant

having or showing elegance a classy seaside resort that reeks of old money

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Recent Examples of classy Just in time for fall, swapping the traditional white tips for a lime green shimmer is a subtle yet striking way to keep the classy style fresh. — Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 16 Aug. 2026 Comfy White Jeans White jeans are timeless, classy, and have long been a summer wardrobe staple—and celebs have proved that the look is here to stay this season. — Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 6 Aug. 2026 Get a solid cotton for a graphic look or a sheer neutral to use as a classy backdrop. — Jenny Hughes, The Spruce, 27 July 2026 Laverne Cox graces the carpet in a classy navy and white look at the Social Impact Summit in Los Angeles on July 22. — People Staff, PEOPLE, 25 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for classy

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Specs AccordionItemContainerButton Upsides AccordionItemContainerButton Downsides Instead of constantly kicking that pile of shoes to the side by your entryway, give them an elegant home with this tilt-out storage cabinet.

— Lauren Arzbaecher, Architectural Digest, 9 Sep. 2026
The New York Times recently showcased 41 of the greatest Mexican restaurants across the country, from taco trucks to elegant eateries with tasting menus.

— Alexiah Syrai Olsen, Sacbee.com, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of elegant

Adjective

As a young and impressionable onlooker, Dzeko looked huge (at 6ft 4in/193cm) yet so graceful on the ball.

— Amitai Winehouse, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026
Bryan Singer’s ingenious thriller is both a graceful callback to ’50s potboilers and a savage modernization of them.

— Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of graceful

Adjective

McDavid’s isolated stats show his line surrendered more goals but still delivered a handsome 54 percent share.

— Allan Mitchell, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
The kitchen comes equipped with modern appliances, cookware, and handsome ceramic grocery from Indonesia.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of handsome

Adjective

Crafted from the finest, lightest tweed, the dress—chosen by stylist Ramona Tabita—features a sumptuous knotted structure that opens into a generous back neckline and culminates in a majestic train that skims the red carpet.

— Giacomo Aricò, Vogue, 5 Sep. 2026
She’s played with a darkly enigmatic, unnerving quality by James in her finest work to date — a knowing, even domineering smile often curling around her lips.

— Tomris Laffly, Variety, 5 Sep. 2026

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