elegant

/ˈɛl.ə.ɡənt/adjective

Simple and cleverly designed while still being exact and effective.

Example sentence

“The engineer found an elegant solution that fixed the problem in three lines of code.”

The everyday sense, graceful and refined in style or dress, is more common; scientists and programmers apply the word to simple, clever solutions.

Related words

elicitTo draw out a reaction, answer, or feeling from someone.elderlyFairly old; describing a person who has reached the later years of life.eloquentAble to express ideas in a smooth, powerful, and convincing way, in speech or writing.elderAn older, respected member of a community or tribe who is looked to for advice, guidance, or ceremonial duties.eludeTo cleverly avoid or slip away from a person or thing trying to catch you.elbowThe bendable joint in the middle of the arm, connecting its upper and lower parts.