elegant
adjective
el·e·gant
ˈe-li-gənt 
1
: marked by elegance
elegant clothes
an elegant solution
2
: of a high grade or quality : splendid
elegant gems priced at hundreds of thousands of dollars
elegantly
adverb
Examples of elegant in a Sentence
an elegant solution to the problem
the most elegant First Lady in the nation's history
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Two elegant lounges around the main reception hold deep velvet sofas, and the décor is all original or recreated oak panelling, intricate cornicing, 19th century fireplaces and granite flagstones.
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Riedel’s elegant crystal decanter has a shape that’s as fluid as the liquid within, with a curvy silhouette that’s meant to hold white, red, or sparkling vino.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 31 Mar. 2026
From this, Maurer imagined an elegant approach to making building materials and food at the same time.
—Big Think, 31 Mar. 2026
The living area, anchored by a cream sofa and a sculptural Arco lamp by Flos, felt both elegant and inviting.
—Vicki Power, TheWeek, 31 Mar. 2026
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Apr. 2026
Riedel’s elegant crystal decanter has a shape that’s as fluid as the liquid within, with a curvy silhouette that’s meant to hold white, red, or sparkling vino.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 31 Mar. 2026
From this, Maurer imagined an elegant approach to making building materials and food at the same time.
—Big Think, 31 Mar. 2026
The living area, anchored by a cream sofa and a sculptural Arco lamp by Flos, felt both elegant and inviting.
—Vicki Power, TheWeek, 31 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for elegant
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“Elegant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/elegant. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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elegant
adjective
el·e·gant
ˈel-i-gənt
1
: having or showing elegance
2
: of excellent quality : splendid
elegantly
adverb
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