Word of the Week - ELEGANT

Today's word – ELEGANT

Pronunciation – e-li-gent

Word type - adjective

Definition – of a high grade or quality; refined and dignified in tastes, habits, or style

Word origin-
The word 'elegant' come from the 15th century. It is from Middle English, from Old French, from Latin ēlegāns, which is a variant of ēligere, to select. 'Elegans' was originally used in a more disdainful manner, as a term of reproach, to mean 'fastidious' or 'fussy'. Modern English use of the word 'elegant' has far more favourable connotations.

Quirky facts -

* There is an insect known as the Elegant Mantis, part of the Praying Mantis family of insects. If you want to combine a love of elegant insects with elegant jewellery, go to the online store, 'Elegant Insects' http://www.elegantinsects.com/

* Take a moment to view this vintage 1940s film, 'The Elegant Male', which takes an amusing look at men who take real care and pride in their personal appearance. It would appear the metrosexual has been in existence for far longer than we may have previously thought! http://www.diagonal-view.com/v/93/the-elegant-male.html/

Sample sentence -

An elegant sentence which states your hypothesis is critical to the success of your introductory paragraph.

I chose an elegant skarf to add to my fashion ensemble.

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