Meaning & Definition of Refinement in English
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Refinement
/rəfaɪnmənt/
noun
1. A highly developed state of perfection
- Having a flawless or impeccable quality
- "They performed with great polish"
- "I admired the exquisite refinement of his prose"
- "Almost an inspiration which gives to all work that finish which is almost art"--joseph conrad
synonym:
- polish,
- refinement,
- culture,
- cultivation,
- finish
2. The result of improving something
- "He described a refinement of this technique"
synonym:
- refinement,
- elaboration
3. The process of removing impurities (as from oil or metals or sugar etc.)
synonym:
- refining,
- refinement,
- purification
4. A subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude
- "Without understanding the finer nuances you can't enjoy the humor"
- "Don't argue about shades of meaning"
synonym:
- nuance,
- nicety,
- shade,
- subtlety,
- refinement
5. The quality of excellence in thought and manners and taste
- "A man of intellectual refinement"
- "He is remembered for his generosity and civilization"
synonym:
- refinement,
- civilization,
- civilisation