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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Alex Sales, Glamour, 5 Apr. 2026
The cocktail’s rosy-pink color is a nod to those petals, offering a taste of the club’s quiet elegance and good ol’ Southern hospitality.
—Lp O'Brien, AJC.com, 5 Apr. 2026
Whether you’re drawn to bold statements or understated elegance, the stars might just point you toward a design that resonates on a cosmic level.
—Kelsey Stiegman, InStyle, 3 Apr. 2026
The 134 guest rooms embody the quiet elegance of Japanese design through the use of simple lines and natural materials.
—Jessica Kozuka, Travel + Leisure, 3 Apr. 2026
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“Elegance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/elegance. Accessed 8 Apr. 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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