NATTY Synonyms: 66 Similar and Opposite Words

natty

adjective

ˈna-tē

Definition of natty

as in smart

being strikingly neat and trim in style or appearance a natty woman, she's usually impeccably dressed in tailored clothing from Europe

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Recent Examples of natty Harmon isn’t just hungry to close this out with a natty after the Horns tied for second place in the SEC regular season. — Cedric Golden, Austin American Statesman, 6 Mar. 2026 The welcome stamp in your passport at the tiny airport (painted a natty shade of green) on this British overseas territory is a shamrock. — Mark Ellwood, AFAR Media, 12 Jan. 2026 In terms of alternative arrangements, Fox arguably has the best options for its Week 5 natty, as the other game scheduled in that window is Commanders-Chargers. — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 15 Sep. 2025 Its dining area, bar (with centerfolds blown up and reproduced on the wall in plexiglass), gameroom and quiet nooks are clean, neat and natty. — Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 14 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for natty

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Adjective

Buffalo’s pipeline remains robust, with a good mix of smart, mobile defensemen and dynamic forwards.

— Corey Pronman, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
The leader's role, then, is less about being the smartest person in the room than about making the room smarter.

— Rodger Dean Duncan, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of smart

Adjective

The five-night yacht voyages combine access to historic sites along the river and elegant, luxurious accommodations.

— Forbes Travel Guide, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026
Featuring romantic bell sleeves, an elegant boat neckline, and an adjustable back cinch detail, this figure-forming top looks flattering on just about everyone.

— Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of elegant

Adjective

Some of the players might don dapper period costumes, depending on the August weather.

— Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2026
Matteo, the dapper host in a velvet jacket and glasses, ushers patrons to their seats with ease and makes everyone feel instantly at home.

— Denny Lee, Travel + Leisure, 26 July 2026

Definition of dapper

Adjective

Editor’s Pick The dining chair from Herman Miller’s Comma collection left a positive impression on commerce director Lori Keong this past Seat Week, for its fashionable, yet comfortable construction.

— Kelly Dawson, Architectural Digest, 17 Aug. 2026
The fashionable Spaniard emails me after completing her own detox, asking about my reentry into the real world.

— Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of fashionable

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