Classy: meaning, definitions and examples

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classy

 

[ หˆklรฆsi ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

style

stylish and sophisticated; having or reflecting high standards or good taste

Synonyms

chic, elegant, fashionable, sophisticated, stylish.

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Word Description / Examples
classy

Describing something or someone that has a timeless and refined quality, suitable for formal occasions or high standards.

  • She wore a classy black dress to the gala.
  • The restaurant has a classy ambiance.
elegant

Referring to someone or something that is graceful and stylish in appearance or manner, often associated with simplicity and good taste.

  • The bride looked elegant in her white gown.
  • The ballroom was decorated in an elegant style.
chic

Used to describe something stylish and fashionably elegant, often in a trendy or smart way.

  • Her outfit is so chic.
  • The new cafรฉ downtown is very chic.
sophisticated

Used for someone or something that is complex, cultured, and knowledgeable about the finer things in life.

  • He has a sophisticated taste in wine.
  • The technology used in the device is very sophisticated.
stylish

Describing something or someone that has a special appeal and flair in terms of fashion, design, or overall aesthetics.

  • His new haircut is really stylish.
  • The apartment is decorated in a stylish manner.
fashionable

Describing something or someone that follows current trends and styles, often associated with a sense of being modern and up-to-date.

  • She always wears the most fashionable clothes.
  • The neighborhood is known for its fashionable shops.

Examples of usage

  • She always looks so classy in her designer clothes.
  • The hotel had a very classy decor with elegant furnishings and artwork.

Translations

Translations of the word "classy" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น elegante

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคถเคพเคจเคฆเคพเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช elegant

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ berkelas

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะตะปะตะณะฐะฝั‚ะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ elegancki

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ไธŠๅ“ใช

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท รฉlรฉgant

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ elegante

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ลŸฤฑk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์šฐ์•„ํ•œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃู†ูŠู‚

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ elegantnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ elegantnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไผ˜้›…็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ eleganten

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fรกgaรฐur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัำ™ะฝะดั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ”แƒšแƒ”แƒ’แƒแƒœแƒขแƒฃแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zษ™rif

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ elegante

Etymology

The word 'classy' originated in the early 20th century, derived from the word 'class' meaning 'a group sharing the same economic or social status'. Over time, 'classy' evolved to describe something stylish, elegant, and sophisticated, often associated with high social standards or good taste.

See also: class, classes, classic, classical, classicalist, classification, classifications, classified, classify, classily, classroom, outclass, reclassify, subclassing, unclassified, underclassmen, upperclassmen.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,066, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.