elegant
/ˈelɪɡənt/
CEFR level B2Topic ArtsWord #4300 in the learning path
优雅的；雅致的
Definitions
adj. attractive and graceful in appearance or style
优雅的；雅致的
adj. simple and effective in solving a problem
简洁巧妙的
Example
She wore an elegant blue dress to dinner.
她穿着一条优雅的蓝色连衣裙去赴晚宴。
The architect proposed an elegant solution that improved ventilation without increasing the building's energy consumption.
建筑师提出了一个简洁巧妙的方案，在不增加建筑能耗的情况下改善通风。
Collocations
- elegant design
- elegant solution
- elegant dress
Word family
- elegance (n.)
- elegantly (adv.)
Synonyms
- graceful
- stylish
Antonyms
- inelegant
Usage tip
既可形容外观优雅，也可形容方案简洁巧妙。
FAQ
- What does elegant mean?
- attractive and graceful in appearance or style simple and effective in solving a problem
- How is elegant pronounced?
- UK /ˈelɪɡənt/, US /ˈelɪɡənt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
