Cool MateElegant
UK /["/ˈelɪɡənt/"]/US /["/ˈelɪɡənt/"]/
Definition
attractive and showing a good sense of style
In simple words: Graceful and stylish in appearance or behavior.
Examples
- She wore an elegant black dress to the gala.
- The elegant solution to the problem impressed the entire team.
- He gave an elegant speech that captivated everyone in the room.
- The architect designed an elegant building that blends modern and traditional styles.
- Her elegant handwriting was admired by her teachers and classmates.
- They chose an elegant font for the wedding invitations.
- The dancer moved with an elegant grace across the stage.
Usage notes
Use 'elegant' to describe clothing, design, or behavior that is sophisticated and attractive. It's suitable in both formal and casual contexts but may sound out of place in very informal settings.
Grammar pattern
standalone adjective
Memory hint
Think of 'elegant' as 'eagle-gant' — eagles are graceful and majestic.
Collocations
- be
- feel
- look
- extremely
- fairly
- very
- be
- feel
- look
- extremely
- fairly
- very
Synonyms
- stylish
- stylish
Antonyms
- clumsy
- awkward
- unsophisticated
Common mistakes
- Confusing 'elegant' with 'elegy' — they mean different things.
- Using 'elegant' for simplistic or casual styles.
- Overusing 'elegant' when 'simple' may be more appropriate.