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Meaning of elegantly
The primary meaning of the word "elegantly" is to do something or be something in a refined and cultured way.
Etymology of elegantly
The word "elegantly" comes from the Latin word "elegans", meaning "tasteful" or "refined", which is derived from "elegere", meaning "to choose"
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe something or someone that is refined, cultured, and pleasing to the eye or ear
Synonyms
refinedly
tastefully
gracefully
stylishly
sophisticatedly
luxuriously
ornately
delicately
exquisitely
beautifully
attractively
charmingly
alluringly
elegantly
polishedly
culturedly
urbanely
suavely
debonairly
courtly
chivalrously
gallantly
dignifiedly
majestically
imperiously
grandly
opulently
sumptuously
resplendently
magnificently
gorgeously
lavishly
intricately
subtly
nuancedly
delicately
daintily
fastidiously
meticulously
precisely
accurately
carefully
skillfully
expertly
masterfully
Definitions
- In a refined and cultured way, with a simple yet effective quality
- * With a smooth and polished quality, often in a way that is pleasing to the eye or ear
- * With a sense of refinement and luxury, often in a way that is elaborate or ornate
Usage Examples
- The dancer moved elegantly across the stage, her movements smooth and polished
- * The designer's new collection was showcased elegantly in a luxurious setting
- * The musician played the piano elegantly, with a sense of refinement and culture
Antonyms
clumsily
awkwardly
inelegantly
crudely
coarsely
roughly
harshly
violently
brusquely
bluntly
crudely
unrefinedly
unpolishedly
unskilledly
unexpertly
carelessly
inaccurately
sloppily
messily
untidily
unattractively
uninvitingly
unpleasantly
disagreeably