Elegantly: meaning, definitions and examples

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elegantly

 

[ ˈɛlɪɡəntli ]

Context #1

in a stylish and sophisticated manner

Done in a tasteful and refined way, showing grace and elegance.

Synonyms

gracefully, sophisticatedly, stylishly

Examples of usage

  • She moved elegantly across the dance floor.
  • The decorations were elegantly arranged for the party.

Translations

Translations of the word "elegantly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 elegantemente

🇮🇳 शालीनता से

🇩🇪 elegant

🇮🇩 dengan anggun

🇺🇦 елегантно

🇵🇱 elegancko

🇯🇵 優雅に (ゆうがに)

🇫🇷 élégamment

🇪🇸 elegantemente

🇹🇷 zarifçe

🇰🇷 우아하게 (ua-hage)

🇸🇦 بأناقة

🇨🇿 elegantně

🇸🇰 elegantne

🇨🇳 优雅地 (yōuyǎ de)

🇸🇮 elegantno

🇮🇸 glæsilega

🇰🇿 сымбатты түрде

🇬🇪 ელეგანტურად

🇦🇿 zərifcəsinə

🇲🇽 elegantemente

Word origin

The word 'elegantly' originates from the Latin word 'elegantem' which means 'choice, fine, tasteful'. It has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe actions or appearances that are characterized by grace and sophistication. Over time, 'elegantly' has become synonymous with stylish and refined manners.

See also: inelegant, inelegantly.