elegance
noun
el·e·gance
ˈe-li-gən(t)s 
1
a
: refined grace or dignified propriety : urbanity
b
: tasteful richness of design or ornamentation
the sumptuous elegance of the furnishings
c
: dignified gracefulness or restrained beauty of style : polish
the essay is marked by lucidity, wit, and elegance
d
: scientific precision, neatness, and simplicity
the elegance of a mathematical proof
2
: something that is elegant
Examples of elegance in a Sentence
the elegance of the hotel's French furnishings
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2 July 2026
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Cortne Bonilla,
Vogue,
2 July 2026
Filippo De Laurentiis targets clients looking for understated, chic elegance.
—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
2 July 2026
Visitors can explore experimental cellars like Alpha Box & Dice, enjoy live music at Down The Rabbit Hole, or savor traditional elegance at Fox Creek.
—
Brad Japhe,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
And if the tall ships convey mostly maritime elegance, the message the gray hulls send, international participation notwithstanding, is tougher and harder-edged.
—
Christopher Bonanos,
Curbed,
30 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for elegance
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“Elegance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/elegance. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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elegance
noun
el·e·gance
ˈel-i-gən(t)s
1
: gracefulness of style or movement
2
: decoration or design that is rich but in good taste
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