Synonyms of fine
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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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2
as in subtle
made or done with extreme care and accuracy
the fine distinction between bravery and recklessness
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3
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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Recent Examples of fine
Tom Daykin, jsonline.com, 20 Aug. 2025
Chef Panchito Ibáñez is cooking one of the finest breakfasts in California.
—Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025
Jeffrey Kopp, CNN Money, 12 Aug. 2025
As part of his plea deal, Bahi waived his right to appeal and agreed to pay $32,000 in restitution and up to $20,000 in fines.
—Molly Crane-Newman, New York Daily News, 12 Aug. 2025
Kalen Lumpkins, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2025
Twice already this season Cunningham has been fined by the league for disparaging remarks against its refs.
—Michael Gallagher, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Aug. 2025
Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 3 Aug. 2025
While etched teeth work fine for harder foods like potatoes, hard cheeses and root vegetables, stamped teeth are better suited to soft cheeses.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 30 July 2025
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Adjective
Amenities will include fine dining, a wellness spa, a cigar and bourbon vault, business den, bike and walking trails, fishing, and pheasant hunting on a partner game farm.
—Tom Daykin, jsonline.com, 20 Aug. 2025
Chef Panchito Ibáñez is cooking one of the finest breakfasts in California.
—Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025
Noun
Currently, building owners who fail to follow routine maintenance rules face fines of $500 to $2,000.
—Jeffrey Kopp, CNN Money, 12 Aug. 2025
As part of his plea deal, Bahi waived his right to appeal and agreed to pay $32,000 in restitution and up to $20,000 in fines.
—Molly Crane-Newman, New York Daily News, 12 Aug. 2025
Verb
In the minors, players get fined for signing autographs during a game.
—Kalen Lumpkins, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2025
Twice already this season Cunningham has been fined by the league for disparaging remarks against its refs.
—Michael Gallagher, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Aug. 2025
Adverb
Even if your phone is working fine, skipping updates can leave you open to remote attacks.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 3 Aug. 2025
While etched teeth work fine for harder foods like potatoes, hard cheeses and root vegetables, stamped teeth are better suited to soft cheeses.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 30 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fine
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Further, steer clear of dusty bottles stored on hot shelves, as heat and light are wine’s worst enemies.—
Jillian Dara,
Forbes.com,
20 Aug. 2025
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The Creed of Violence is hitting the dusty trail once again, with a new feature adaptation of the 2009 Boston Teran novel in the works.—
Aaron Couch,
HollywoodReporter,
20 Aug. 2025
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There's a subtle but powerful form of manipulation happening in AI companions.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
17 Aug. 2025
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The spawn, which typically takes place over a few days and lasts less than 20 minutes, is triggered by subtle environmental cues — moon phase, tides and water temperatures — that healthy reefs once responded to in consistent synchronization.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
17 Aug. 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.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
17 Aug. 2025
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Details on the election process are thin, but many citizens could be casting their votes in an active conflict zone or under the eyes of armed soldiers – a terrifying prospect that some say could lead to more violence.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
17 Aug. 2025
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Adeleye was outclassed from a pure boxing standpoint, but his heart was on display.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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The shot was clean with a bold recovery, just like a pure Mickelson moment.—
Devlina Sarkar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Aug. 2025
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Prices were accurate at the time of publication but may change.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
23 Aug. 2025
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A little over half of the participants projected Houston’s offensive efficiency to be in the middle third of the league, which seems like an accurate prediction.—
Kelly Iko,
New York Times,
22 Aug. 2025
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The Department of Homeland Security was planning to deport people apprehended on U.S. soil to third countries, often without adequate procedures or legal justifications.—
Jonathan Blitzer,
New Yorker,
20 Aug. 2025
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Consequently, using traditional detect-and-respond reactive security tools is no longer an adequate defensive strategy.—
Will Townsend,
Forbes.com,
20 Aug. 2025
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On a sunny morning in late June, his exercise regimen began with small steps: His right foot keeping pace with the treadmill, his left foot stationary, off to the side.—
Michael Collins,
USA Today,
18 Aug. 2025
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Going directly from cooking inside the house and only trying my own food to trying small restaurants and traveling within a week’s span was a blessing.—
Kenneth J. Williams Jr,
Forbes.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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Have Real Deal Barbecue Named on Yelp’s 2024 list of the Top 100 Places to Eat in the U.S., Jim’s Smokin’ Que earned high praise for its delicious smoked meats and excellent accompaniments.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
16 Aug. 2025
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Compensation of a sort came as the excellent form continued in the league.—
Andy Mitten,
New York Times,
16 Aug. 2025
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“Fine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fine. Accessed 26 Aug. 2025.
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