ELEGANTLY Synonyms: 39 Similar and Opposite Words

elegantly

adverb

Definition of elegantly

as in stylishly

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Recent Examples of elegantly Of course, even a D’Angelo scratch vocal makes for a pristine chorus, especially over a Dilla groove elegantly textured with prickly guitars and burbling marimbas. — Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 25 Aug. 2026 Playing elegantly with form and narrative ellipses, ‘Everytime’ explores the interstices of the pain of loss. — Leo Barraclough, Variety, 25 Aug. 2026 Playing elegantly with form and narrative ellipses, Everytime explores the interstices of the pain of loss. — Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 25 Aug. 2026 The fabric hangs loosely while still providing a flattering fit, flowing elegantly in the breeze on gusty fall days. — Melody Kazel, PEOPLE, 21 Aug. 2026 Cardoso’s approach also lends itself quite elegantly to another element of Cynthia’s culinary philosophy, an emphasis on low-waste cooking. — Helen Rosner, New Yorker, 16 Aug. 2026 Christened Wanderlust95, the hybrid explorer is designed to travel to the farthest reaches efficiently and elegantly. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 14 Aug. 2026 Designed by Eero Saarinen in the 1950s, the Tulip Table is an elegantly simple vintage design that looks perfectly at home in contemporary spaces. — Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 9 Aug. 2026 Rarely does a techno record generate so many action verbs so elegantly. — H.d. Angel, Pitchfork, 27 July 2026

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Habitat Home decor, locally made artisan items, one-of-a-kind gifts, ceramics, art, and textiles are stylishly displayed at this shop founded by a retired Marine.

— Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 30 Aug. 2026
Like the latter, Lanterns is smarter, more mature, less formulaic, and more stylishly made than the identikit Marvel brand extensions that are now the industry standard.

— Judy Berman, Time, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of stylishly

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Twin wood-burning ovens at the heart of the restaurant neatly showcase this vision.

— Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Aug. 2026
And those two signings fit neatly alongside the other additions from this summer, particularly given they are already established in the Premier League.

— David Ornstein, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of neatly

Adverb

The surroundings are deliberately theatrical rather than fashionably restrained, with designer Richard Saunders leaning into lacquer, velvet, dramatic lighting and Art Deco references.

— Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
The pair arrived fashionably late, dressed in Maison Margiela and Chanel respectively.

— Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 27 July 2026

Definition of fashionably

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