as in elegant
having or showing elegance
a classy seaside resort that reeks of old money
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Recent Examples of classy
But in a time when formalities are an increasingly rare occurrence, and most beach resorts embrace flip-flops and athleisure—comfy, yes, but not polished or classy—the Gasparilla Inn’s insistence on dressing up is refreshingly civilized, if a bit old-fashioned.
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Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 15 Apr. 2026
Each one offers a practical size, a classy cabin, and a relatively affordable way to get an SUV with a luxury badge.
—ABC News, 15 Apr. 2026
Something about a classy umbrella can give any space a resort-like air.
—Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 15 Apr. 2026
This French variant of Lawrence sounds distinguished and classy.
—Lydia Wang, Parents, 12 Apr. 2026
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Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 15 Apr. 2026
Each one offers a practical size, a classy cabin, and a relatively affordable way to get an SUV with a luxury badge.
—ABC News, 15 Apr. 2026
Something about a classy umbrella can give any space a resort-like air.
—Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 15 Apr. 2026
This French variant of Lawrence sounds distinguished and classy.
—Lydia Wang, Parents, 12 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for classy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for classy
Adjective
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This reversible option is no exception, with its appealing yellow color and elegant floral pattern.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Apr. 2026
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With refined decor and an intimate residential ambience, guests will feel like locals checking into an elegant Manhattan townhouse—without sacrificing the white-glove service and amenities of a five-star hotel, of course.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Betty was the champion in 1950, 1956, 1957, 1958, and 1959—Betty Constable, pleasant, humorous, graceful, formal, practical, sensible bulldog.—
John McPhee,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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Your graceful style helps people open up, while clear boundaries stop you from overgiving to keep the peace.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
17 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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After a bit of back-and-forth, one of the crew members grabbed a plastic bag and handed it to a tall, radiantly handsome Canadian actor named Marc.—
Chang Che,
New Yorker,
25 Apr. 2026
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But having said that, there is also a tenable argument against the team handing him a handsome pay raise.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
24 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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These are the finest margins that tight matches like these can be decided on.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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On Friday night, Richardson put together his finest effort of the season, reaching 49 feet, 7 inches on his final hop, step and jump at the Escondido Invitational — traditionally the final invitational of the season.—
Steve Brand,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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“Classy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/classy. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.
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