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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Rhonda Richford, WWD, 12 Mar. 2025
Luxury amenities such as a sauna, steam shower, monitored security, Lutron lighting, and a central vacuum system enhance the home’s effortless elegance.
—Rowan Briggs, The Mercury News, 10 Mar. 2025
Shot by Kacper Kasprzyk and styled by Carine Roitfeld, the spread exudes elegance and sophistication.
—Mecca Pryor, Essence, 10 Mar. 2025
Another option in Knox-Henderson is old-school elegance and classic dishes like beef carpaccio and aligot de pommes de terre at Mister Charles.
—Visit Dallas, AFAR Media, 7 Mar. 2025
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“Elegance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/elegance. Accessed 22 Mar. 2025.
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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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