Meaning 1neutral · 86%
The quality of being graceful, stylish, and attractively simple.
Natural examples
Visitors admired the quiet elegance of the building.
She moved across the stage with elegance.
For him, elegance matters more than expensive labels.
Usage note
Elegance is generally uncountable; it can refer to appearance, movement, language, or the simplicity of a design.
Useful combinations
simple elegance — beauty achieved without excessive detail — refined style that does not quickly go out of fashion