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classic vs classy
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| classicadjective/ˈklæs.ɪk/ | Meaning Very typical of its kind, or so good that people still remember it. | Goes with — | Example Blaming the traffic for being late is a classic excuse. |
| classyadjective/ˈklæs.iː/ | Meaning stylish and of high quality, in a way that looks expensive and elegant | Goes with classy restaurant | Example They had dinner at a classy restaurant overlooking the river. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
We booked a table at a restaurant.