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   elegant

   /ˈɛlɪɡ(ə)nt/

   adjective

   • 1. graceful and stylish in appearance or manner: "she will look elegant in black" Similar stylishgracefultastefuldiscerningrefinedsophisticateddignifiedcultivateddistinguishedclassicsmartfashionablemodishdecorousbeautifulartisticaestheticlovelycharmingpolishedsuaveurbanecultureddashingdebonairluxurioussumptuousopulentgrandplushhigh-classexquisiteinformal:swankyOpposite inelegantgauche
   • 2. (of a scientific theory or solution to a problem) pleasingly ingenious and simple: "the grand unified theory is compact and elegant in mathematical terms" Similar neatsimpleeffectiveingeniouscleverdeftintelligentinventiveOpposite messy

   Word Origin late 15th century: from French, or from Latin elegans, elegant-, related to eligere ‘choose, select’ (see elect).

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishELEGANT | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   ELEGANT definition: 1. graceful and attractive in appearance or behaviour: 2. An elegant idea, plan, or solution is…. Learn more.

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   Synonyms for ELEGANT: graceful, handsome, fine, luxurious, majestic, magnificent, classy, stylish; Antonyms of ELEGANT: inelegant, unfashionable, tasteless, unhandsome, dowdy, graceless, loud, grotesque.

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   Definitions of elegant. adjective. refined and tasteful in appearance or behavior or style. “ elegant handwriting” “an elegant dark suit” “she was elegant to her fingertips” “small churches with elegant white spires” “an elegant mathematical solution--simple and precise and lucid” synonyms: dignified.

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   The meaning of ELEGANT is marked by elegance. How to use elegant in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Elegant.

6. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryELEGANT | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   ELEGANT meaning: 1. graceful and attractive in appearance or behaviour: 2. An elegant idea, plan, or solution is…. Learn more.

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   Elegant definition: tastefully fine or luxurious in dress, style, design, etc.. See examples of ELEGANT used in a sentence.

8. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishelegant adjective - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   Definition of elegant adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

9. www.thefreedictionary.com › elegantElegant - definition of elegant by The Free Dictionary

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   adj. 1. splendid or luxurious in dress, style, design, etc. 2. polished and dignified, as in tastes, behavior, or literary style. 3. graceful in form or movement. 4. of superior quality; exceptional: an elegant gift. 5. (of theories, solutions, computer programs, etc.) gracefully concise and simple; admirably succinct.

10. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishELEGANT definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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    If you describe a person or thing as elegant, you think they are pleasing and graceful in appearance or style. ...an elegant restaurant. American English : elegant / ˈɛlɪgənt /

11. www.yourdictionary.com › elegantElegant Definition & Meaning | YourDictionary

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    Elegant definition: Characterized by or exhibiting refined, tasteful beauty of manner, form, or style.