Learn how to use the comparative “more elegant” and superlative “most elegant” with example sentences and differences.

What is the comparative form of “overelegant”?

The comparative form of “overelegant” is “more elegant”.

Example

Her dress is more elegant than mine.

Example

The new furniture is more elegant than the old one.

What is the superlative form of “overelegant”?

The superlative form of “overelegant” is “most elegant”.

Example

Among all the guests, she was the most elegant.

Example

The ballroom was decorated the most elegantly I've ever seen.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are used with "elegant" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more elegant" and "most elegant" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of refinement or sophistication.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Elegant" follows the regular pattern of using "more" and "most" for forming comparatives and superlatives.

Expressions with similar meanings to “more elegant”

more refined

Used to describe something that is more polished or sophisticated.

Example

The upscale restaurant has more refined cuisine.

more stylish

Used to indicate that something is more fashionable or trendy.

Example

The latest fashion collection is more stylish than the previous one.

Expressions with similar meanings to “most elegant”

most refined

Used to describe something that is the most polished or sophisticated.

Example

The mansion has the most refined interior design.

most stylish

Used to indicate that something is the most fashionable or trendy.

Example

The celebrity's outfit was the most stylish at the event.

Using than with comparative “more elegant”

When using the comparative form "more elegant" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "Her dress is more elegant than mine." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of elegance in "her dress" is higher than the level of elegance in "mine."

How can I use this expression in context?

“more elegant” and “most elegant” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.

• 1. Fashion

  The new collection is more elegant than the previous one.

  The new collection is more elegant than the previous one.

• 2. Interior Design

  The modern apartment is the most elegant I've seen.

  The modern apartment is the most elegant I've seen.

• 3. Events

  The gala was more elegant than expected.

  The gala was more elegant than expected.

• 4. Architecture

  The cathedral is the most elegant building in the city.

  The cathedral is the most elegant building in the city.

Related idioms and phrases

Classy as always

Used to compliment someone's consistently elegant or sophisticated appearance or behavior.

Example

She arrived at the party classy as always.

Dressed to kill

Dressed very elegantly or stylishly.

Example

He was dressed to kill at the red carpet event.