Entry Word: refined

Function: adjective

Meaning: 1 being far along in development <a refined analysis of the factors that produce economic wealth> — see advanced 1
2 free from added matter <refined gold> — see pure 1
3 having or showing a taste for the fine arts and gracious living <a refined couple who have hosted many elegant benefits for organizations promoting the arts> — see cultivated
4 having or showing elegance <a refined woman with gracious manners> — see elegant 1
5 made or done with extreme care and accuracy <the dressmaker took a set of quite refined measurements before actually starting work> — see fine 2
6 satisfying or pleasing because of fineness or mildness <the chefʼs refined cuisine is one that true gourmets will appreciate> — see delicate 1