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elegancy

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈɛlɪɡənsi/

KK: /ˈɛlɪɡənsi/

noun
Definition

A quality of being graceful and stylish in appearance or manner.


Example

The dress she wore to the gala was the epitome of elegancy.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you see the dress she wore to the party?
Sloth B
Yes, it was so beautiful and had such an air of elegancy.
Sloth A
I know, right? It really stood out among all the outfits.
Sloth B
Absolutely! It was a perfect example of how to combine style and grace.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
grace
style
refinement
Antonyms
clumsiness
vulgarity
inelegance
Root Explanation

**Elegancy** → It is formed from "elegans" (from Latin, meaning tasteful or refined) and the suffix "-cy" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "elegancy" refers to the state of being tasteful or refined in appearance or manner.

Memory Tip

Think of 'elegans' which means tasteful, and remember that 'elegancy' describes the quality of being tasteful or refined.

Visually Confused Words
inelegancy
delegacy
legacy
relevancy
prelegacy
overelegancy
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