elegantly
Translation
elegantly, gracefully, stylishly
Examples
She was elegantly dressed for the party.
She was elegantly dressed for the party.
The problem was elegantly simple.
The problem was elegantly simple.
Grammar Patterns
((verb)) elegantly to do sth. in a graceful way She danced elegantly across the floor.
Similar Words
Synonyms: gracefully, stylishly; Antonyms: clumsily, awkwardly
Etymology
From Latin 'elegantem' (tasteful, fine). The '-ly' suffix forms an adverb, meaning 'in an elegant manner'.
Memory Tips
Picture an elegant swan gliding across a lake. It moves 'elegantly'.