Synonyms of fine
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as in dusty 
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as in subtle
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as in thin
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as in okay
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as in pure
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as in accurate
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as in adequate
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as in small
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as in excellent
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as in elegant
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as in sensitive
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as in handsome
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as in penalty
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as in smallness
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as in accuracy
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as in exquisiteness
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as in elegance
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as in to impose
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as in to filter
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as in dusty
consisting of very small particles
the fine sand found on the island's beaches
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as in subtle
made or done with extreme care and accuracy
the fine distinction between bravery and recklessness
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as in thin
being of less than usual width
use a fine line for the outline of the facial features you intend to carve into the pumpkin
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as in okay
being to one's liking
that arrangement is fine with me
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as in pure
free from added matter
that silver is .9600 fine
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as in accurate
meeting the highest standard of accuracy
making the final fine adjustments on the car's GPS
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as in adequate
of a level of quality that meets one's needs or standards
the wine steward declared that the complaint of corkiness was unjustified and that the wine was fine
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as in small
of a size that is less than average
read the fine print
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as in excellent
of the very best kind
a fine performance of a classic ballet
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as in elegant
having qualities that appeal to a refined taste
savored every morsel of the restaurant's fine cuisine
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as in sensitive
able to sense slight impressions or differences
hearing so fine that it can seemingly hear the tiniest twig snap
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as in handsome
having or showing elegance
a fine old structure in the city's historic district
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as in penalty
a sum of money to be paid as a punishment
a $50 fine for speeding
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as in to impose
to establish or apply as a charge or penalty
the police will fine you for driving with one headlight out
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as in to filter
to remove usually visible impurities from
the use of egg shells to fine wine
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as in good
in a satisfactory way
you did just fine on the stress test
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as in smallness
the quality or state of being little in size
the fineness of the grains of sand enhances the appeal of the beach
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as in accuracy
the quality or state of being very accurate
the fineness of the telescope's lens and mirror
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as in exquisiteness
the state or quality of having a delicate structure
the fineness of the cat's bones
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as in elegance
dignified or restrained beauty of form, appearance, or style
there's a fineness to the jewelry designs of Fabergé that elevates them to the level of decorative art
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Recent Examples of fine
Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 8 Sep. 2025
As for fine dining, Windows on the Water has the best seats in town.
—Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 8 Sep. 2025
Vivian Jones, Nashville Tennessean, 5 Sep. 2025
The amounts of those fines were not disclosed.
—Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2025
Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Sep. 2025
Later in the year and the following season, Cowboys wide receiver Terrell Owens was fined $35,000 for spitting in the face of Atlanta Falcons cornerback DeAngelo Hall.
—Jacob Lev, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2025
Stephanie Krikorian, Curbed, 25 Aug. 2025
Critics say the district’s crime has been trending down and that the district was handling matters fine on its own.
—Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 23 Aug. 2025
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Adjective
Proof the relationship is doing just fine comes after updates on the legal battle Sánchez and Bezos have been having with her estranged brother, Michael Sánchez.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 8 Sep. 2025
As for fine dining, Windows on the Water has the best seats in town.
—Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 8 Sep. 2025
Noun
Violations can result in disciplinary action and fines.
—Vivian Jones, Nashville Tennessean, 5 Sep. 2025
The amounts of those fines were not disclosed.
—Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2025
Verb
She was sentenced to 30 days in jail and fined $750.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Sep. 2025
Later in the year and the following season, Cowboys wide receiver Terrell Owens was fined $35,000 for spitting in the face of Atlanta Falcons cornerback DeAngelo Hall.
—Jacob Lev, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2025
Adverb
The Stanford grads have done just fine this way; being light on their feet works for the pre-launch phase of their company.
—Stephanie Krikorian, Curbed, 25 Aug. 2025
Critics say the district’s crime has been trending down and that the district was handling matters fine on its own.
—Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 23 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fine
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Use the floor brush for stairs, the crevice tool for windowsills and couch cushions, and the dusting brush for dusty surfaces.—
Isabel Garcia,
PEOPLE,
5 Sep. 2025
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Poor Ventilation Along with the increase in moisture and humidity, another leading cause for a dusty bathroom is poor ventilation.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
5 Sep. 2025
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This planet is electric, unpredictable and genius with its approach, but its transits are anything but subtle.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
6 Sep. 2025
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Even subtle light or noise can disrupt sleep cycles, preventing you from reaching the deeper, most restorative stages of sleep necessary for physical and mental recovery.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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The water pressure then causes the vehicle to rise and slide on a thin layer of water between the tires and the road, making the driver lose control.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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Pair the duo with fairy lights, a thin linen runner, and more faux foliage to create a stunning seasonal scene.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Sep. 2025
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Gerald Genta Minute Repeater A pure minute repeater – without other high watchmaking functions as part of a grand-complication package – is a rare thing.—
Carol Besler,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Invisible pollutants unleashed To simulate real-world conditions, the researchers placed unused masks in beakers of ultra-pure water and left them at room temperature for 24 hours.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Sep. 2025
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Those physically-accurate models in the digital twin of the data center function exactly like their physical counterparts in the real world.—
Marco Chiappetta,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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The goal, administration officials said on a call with reporters Tuesday morning, is to use laws that are already on the books to ensure people receive transparent, accurate information about drugs, especially potential risk factors.—
Will McDuffie,
ABC News,
9 Sep. 2025
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Wacha hasn’t received adequate run support this season.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
6 Sep. 2025
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Without the presence of adequate airflow, the dust has no where to go and settles on various surfaces.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
5 Sep. 2025
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Even if advised by a manufacturer, the marble cleaning solution should still be tested on a small, inconspicuous area before getting started.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
9 Sep. 2025
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Her list continues with small but frustrating oversights.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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But on a day when Mizzou amassed 595 total yards, converted 4 of 5 fourth downs and got an excellent effort from first-year starting quarterback Beau Pribula, surrendering possession had to fill Kansas followers with a sense of dread.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
7 Sep. 2025
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The openings can keep your feet cool or give you an excellent way to show off some eye-catching socks once the weather get cooler.—
Isis Briones,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Fine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fine. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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