Classy
/ˈklæsi/
adjectiveBeginnerCommonGeneral
Meaning
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Definitions
1
Exhibiting elegance, refinement, and high social standing or taste.
/ˈklæsi/
adjectivepositiveBeginner
General
Stylish and sophisticated
That restaurant is classy, with white tablecloths and excellent service.
💡 Simply: Classy means super stylish and sophisticated, like a fancy car or a well-dressed person. It's like a grown-up version of 'cool'.
👶 For kids: It means really nice and fancy.
More Examples
2
She has a classy handbag that always looks stylish.
How It's Used
Fashion
"She wore a classy dress to the gala."
Social
"He always carries himself in a classy manner."
From "class" + "y", suggesting a high social class or refined taste. Emerged in the early 20th century.
Initially associated with social class, its usage broadened to encompass a broader sense of style and sophistication.
Memory tip
Think 'class' - it's associated with high-class people and things.
Practice
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Usage
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