Elegant

Pronunciation: /ˈɛlɪɡənt/

Definitions of elegant

adjective describing a person or thing that is pleasingly graceful and stylish in appearance or manner

Example Sentences

A1 She wore an elegant dress to the party.

A2 The hotel lobby was decorated in an elegant style.

B1 The restaurant had an elegant atmosphere with soft lighting and classical music.

B2 The ballroom was decorated in an elegant manner with crystal chandeliers and gold accents.

C1 The designer created an elegant collection of evening gowns for the fashion show.

C2 The royal palace was known for its elegant architecture and luxurious furnishings.

Examples of elegant in a Sentence

formal The ballroom was decorated in an elegant manner, with chandeliers hanging from the ceiling and fresh flowers on every table.

informal She always looks so elegant in her simple black dress and pearls.

slang That new restaurant downtown is so elegant, it's definitely the place to be seen.

figurative His words were as elegant as a well-choreographed dance, captivating everyone in the room.

Grammatical Forms of elegant

• past tense: elegantly
• plural: elegants
• comparative: more elegant
• superlative: most elegant
• present tense: elegance
• future tense: will be elegant
• perfect tense: has been elegant
• continuous tense: is being elegant
• singular: elegant
• positive degree: elegant
• infinitive: to be elegant
• gerund: elegantly
• participle: elegant

Origin and Evolution of elegant

First Known Use: 1400 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'elegant' originated from the Latin word 'elegans' which means tasteful or choice.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe refined taste or style, the word 'elegant' has evolved to also connote simplicity, grace, and sophistication.