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Definition of classy

classy

/ˈklæsi/
clas · sy
Adverb:classily
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classy Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Stylish, sophisticated, and of admirably high quality.

Example

"They celebrated their anniversary at a classy downtown restaurant with live jazz music."

2

Showing admirable grace, dignity, and honorable conduct.

Example

"Congratulating his opponent immediately after losing the championship was a classy gesture."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Ironically, while "classy" describes sophistication and elegance, the word itself is informal and colloquial; in strictly formal writing, alternatives like "elegant" or "refined" are preferred.

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• Nearby Words

classmate
classroom
classwork
classy
clatter
clattery
claude

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 19th century by adding the adjective-forming suffix -y to the noun class (in its sense of high quality or social distinction), ultimately from Latin classis.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Classy. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/classy
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