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 Amanda Shires makes poetic songs that are just these heartbreaking stories, done in a way that’s so classy, and like Leonard Cohen. — Chris Willman, Variety, 3 Oct. 2026 The Kennedy Center Honors have long been regarded as one of the year’s classiest TV programs. — Paul Grein, Billboard, 2 Oct. 2026 Stainless steel appliances can create a classy and clean aesthetic in any home, but only if they’re cared for properly. — Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 28 Sep. 2026 Most of the classy women will not suck the cherry off the stem. — Joe Kinsey Outkick, FOXNews.com, 18 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for classy

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Adjective

An all-black look never fails to look elegant and serves as a contrasting backdrop to your zebra-print bag.

— Bianca Kratky, Glamour, 21 Oct. 2026
Later, she’s entertained by a mouse running along the baseboard of one of London’s more elegant restaurants.

— Sarah Crompton, Vogue, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of elegant

Adjective

The brusque treatment of an executive of Bajaria’s stature is a sign that no one is safe from scrutiny, and no one should ever count on making a graceful exit.

— Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 17 Oct. 2026
Minervini calmed down from there, delivering a more graceful goodbye.

— Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of graceful

Adjective

This handsome volume runs through 90 European venues, breaking down their unique features, acoustic qualities and performance histories (recent and not so).

— Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 22 Oct. 2026
Skarsgård’s wicker man is tall, blonde and handsome on the outside, but hollow by design.

— Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of handsome

Adjective

Miami did a relatively fine job in Weeks 2 and 3 against some of the most talented backs in Christian McCaffrey of the 49ers and Kenneth Walker of the Chiefs but slipped up the two games prior to the bye against the Vikings and Bengals.

— David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 22 Oct. 2026
Mario Prada sourced fine leathers, silver, silk and crystal from Europe and beyond and these are on public display in Milan for the first time.

— Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of fine

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