Elan (Noun)
Meaning 1
Distinctive and stylish elegance; "he wooed her with the confident dash of a cavalry officer".
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- She moved with an elan that commanded attention, her long coat fluttering behind her like a banner.
- The fashion designer's use of bold colors and intricate patterns added a certain elan to her collection that set it apart from the rest.
- He approached the woman with an elan that bordered on arrogance, but she couldn't help but be charmed by his confident smile.
- The elan with which she played the piano was mesmerizing, as if every note was a declaration of her passion for the music.
- The elegant curve of the sports car's design was a testament to the manufacturer's attention to detail and commitment to elan.
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Meaning 2
Enthusiastic and assured vigor and liveliness; "a performance of great elan and sophistication".
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.