English · Science & Technology
elegant
/ˈɛl.ɪ.ɡənt/
[/ˈɛl.ɪ.ɡənt/]
gracefully simple and effective
Advancedadjective
Definition
Something elegant is pleasingly graceful and simple in design or solution. Speakers admire an elegant idea that solves much with little.
Example
It was an elegant solution to a messy problem.
It was an elegant solution to a messy problem.
Etymology
From Latin 'elegans', meaning tasteful or refined.
How & Where It’s Used
Used for graceful, simple solutions in science and design.