Synonyms of fine
1
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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9
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
Julia Teti, Footwear News, 15 May 2025
Pour through a fine mesh strainer into a small pitcher; discard solids.
—Elizabeth Mervosh, Southern Living, 15 May 2025
David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 18 May 2025
That included missing monthly rent and car payments, an impending $5,000 fine from the state Ethics Commission connected to the councilor hiring two immediate family members and giving them raises, and incurring bank overdraft fees from maintaining low daily bank balances, court records show.
—Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 18 May 2025
Mike Ives, New York Times, 11 May 2025
In July 2022, Barry pleaded guilty to forgery, was fined and assessed $600 in court costs and avoided jail time with a plea deal, CBS News reported.
—Emily Krauser, People.com, 10 May 2025
Eric D. Lawrence, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2025
While Dexter and Billings should perform just fine in this scheme — and Dexter has the body type to fit well — Turner is now someone brought in with Allen’s stamp of approval.
—Kevin Fishbain, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
The actress is Louis Vuitton ambassador and starred in the French luxury fashion house’s fine jewelry campaign in September 2024.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 15 May 2025
Pour through a fine mesh strainer into a small pitcher; discard solids.
—Elizabeth Mervosh, Southern Living, 15 May 2025
Noun
The Ag Department’s punitive bite in these cases is limited to a cease-and-desist order with fines up to $5,000.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 18 May 2025
That included missing monthly rent and car payments, an impending $5,000 fine from the state Ethics Commission connected to the councilor hiring two immediate family members and giving them raises, and incurring bank overdraft fees from maintaining low daily bank balances, court records show.
—Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 18 May 2025
Verb
He was sentenced to 10 years in prison and fined $19 million.
—Mike Ives, New York Times, 11 May 2025
In July 2022, Barry pleaded guilty to forgery, was fined and assessed $600 in court costs and avoided jail time with a plea deal, CBS News reported.
—Emily Krauser, People.com, 10 May 2025
Adverb
And through the radio, which worked fine, via a helicopter hovering overhead, came the traffic report — about me.
—Eric D. Lawrence, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2025
While Dexter and Billings should perform just fine in this scheme — and Dexter has the body type to fit well — Turner is now someone brought in with Allen’s stamp of approval.
—Kevin Fishbain, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fine
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The days of my girlhood were dusty, dirty, sooty, and sweaty.—
Maureen Lee Lenker,
EW.com,
13 May 2025
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Everything from the mortar to the rope has been handmade on the dusty site.—
Rachel Howard,
Travel + Leisure,
13 May 2025
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Arthritis in your fingers often starts with subtle changes.—
Brandi Jones,
Health,
25 May 2025
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The navy, white, and subtle red palette nods to the seaside and seamlessly blends into Printemps' signature French elegance.—
Roxanne Robinson,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2025
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While Paul is still remarkably good for someone at his experience level, the novelty of his act has been wearing thin.—
Blake Oestriecher,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2025
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And was there ever, complete with Angus Young, knobby knees and thin ankles, scampering, duck-walking and hopping from place to place.—
Bob Gendron,
Chicago Tribune,
25 May 2025
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Here are some of the best words to describe his work: simple, clean, clear, pure and, above all, elegant.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
24 May 2025
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This is an exuberant, visually stylish imagining of soccer that, say some critics who played the beta preview, gets tantalizingly close to the pure physical joy of kicking an actual soccer ball around with your friends.—
Lewis Gordon,
Vulture,
23 May 2025
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Prices were accurate at the time of publication but may change.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
19 May 2025
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That will give you an accurate sense of whether psychological safety is improving—or if the conversation is going in circles. 2.—
Cynthia Pong,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2025
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Because there is no remedy for migrants who have already been deported, the ACLU lawyers asked the Supreme Court to provide guidance to lower courts about what measures are required for adequate notice to contest deportations.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
17 May 2025
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Furthermore, building trust in AI systems and providing adequate training on how to use them effectively will be crucial for adoption.—
Jim Stratton,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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To meet rising demand, companies sprang up and began churning out rides – smaller versions for traveling carnivals and larger ones for town squares and amusement parks.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
26 May 2025
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The second season of HBO's zombie smash ends with battles both big and small, a major death, and a time rewind.—
Sara Netzley,
EW.com,
26 May 2025
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During informational interviews, asking for ideas of great places to keep an eye on is an excellent way to add to your list.—
Rebecca Fraser-Thill,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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Give your wooden nickel to the mixologist, take your pick between La Babia, an excellent margarita, or Three Emmas, grab a book off the shelf, and take a seat.—
Mae Hamilton,
Travel + Leisure,
24 May 2025
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“Fine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fine. Accessed 30 May. 2025.
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