Pronunciation: /ˈtoʊni/

Definitions of tony

noun a given name commonly used as a male given name, in the United States, it was the 139th most popular name for boys born in 2007

Example Sentences

A1 Tony is my friend.

A2 I saw Tony at the store yesterday.

B1 Tony's favorite color is blue.

B2 I heard Tony won the competition.

C1 Tony's expertise in finance is well-known.

C2 Tony's philanthropic efforts have made a significant impact on the community.

adjective stylish, fashionable, or high-class

Example Sentences

A1 Tony is a friendly boy.

A2 She lives in a tony neighborhood.

B1 The restaurant had a tony atmosphere.

B2 The tony boutique sold high-end designer clothes.

C1 The tony penthouse offered stunning views of the city.

C2 The tony yacht was equipped with luxurious amenities.

Examples of tony in a Sentence

formal Tony is a highly respected businessman in the community.

informal I heard Tony is throwing a party this weekend.

slang Tony is such a cool dude, always up for a good time.

figurative Tony's leadership shines like a beacon in times of crisis.

Grammatical Forms of tony

past tense

tonied

plural

tonies

comparative

tonier

superlative

toniest

present tense

tonies

future tense

will tony

perfect tense

have tonied

continuous tense

is tonying

singular

tony

positive degree

tony

infinitive

to tony

gerund

tonying

participle

tonying

Origin and Evolution of tony

First Known Use: 1889 year
Language of Origin: American English
Story behind the word: The word 'tony' originated in the United States as a slang term used to describe an area or neighborhood that is stylish, upscale, and fashionable.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'tony' has evolved to also describe a person or establishment that is elegant, sophisticated, or high-class.