# elegantly

/ˈɛɫɪɡəntˌɫi/ (US) · /ˈɛlɪɡəntli/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Adverb

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/elegantly
Updated: 2026-05-18

## Definition

in a way that is very graceful and beautiful. You use this to describe something that looks or works perfectly without any extra effort.

For teachers: in a manner that is graceful, refined, and aesthetically pleasing. Often describes the execution of a task or the appearance of an object.

## Examples

- She elegantly solved the difficult problem.
- The new software allows you to elegantly organize your files without any complicated steps.
- The architect designed the building to elegantly blend modern glass with traditional stone, creating a structure that felt both contemporary and timeless.

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