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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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
Shea Simmons, People.com, 3 May 2025
Michele Morrone: People were kind and fine and funny and super-inspiring, even (more than) the acting.
—Erin Jensen, USA Today, 2 May 2025
Jaimie Ding, Los Angeles Times, 8 May 2025
Without a federal law, local governments enforce penalties ranging from hefty fines to up to a year in prison for those who perform music that promotes violence.
—Natalia Cano, Billboard, 5 May 2025
Sarah Jean Maher, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
He also was fined $200,000 and ordered to pay $22,401,585 in restitution.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 29 Apr. 2025
Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2025
But that hasn't stopped some players from discovering that many mods created for the 2006 original seem to work just fine in the new game with a bare minimum of installation headaches.
—ArsTechnica, 23 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
While medium-width sneakers and the occasional flat fit fine, wide-width sandals are usually a requirement.
—Shea Simmons, People.com, 3 May 2025
Michele Morrone: People were kind and fine and funny and super-inspiring, even (more than) the acting.
—Erin Jensen, USA Today, 2 May 2025
Noun
He was also fined repeatedly for violating campaign finance laws, racking up more than 70 violations and $30,000 in fines.
—Jaimie Ding, Los Angeles Times, 8 May 2025
Without a federal law, local governments enforce penalties ranging from hefty fines to up to a year in prison for those who perform music that promotes violence.
—Natalia Cano, Billboard, 5 May 2025
Verb
And what a battle it’s been between the state rivals, as Shayna Goldman points out, following a spicy Game 4 that saw Aaron Ekblad take Brandon Hagel out with a forearm to the head and Niko Mikkola fined $5,000 for boarding Zemgus Girgensons.
—Sarah Jean Maher, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
He also was fined $200,000 and ordered to pay $22,401,585 in restitution.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 29 Apr. 2025
Adverb
However, some outdoor plants will do fine sitting in standing water, at least on occasion.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2025
But that hasn't stopped some players from discovering that many mods created for the 2006 original seem to work just fine in the new game with a bare minimum of installation headaches.
—ArsTechnica, 23 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fine
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Although a typical shareholder meeting is a dusty, staid affair, the Berkshire Hathaway annual shareholders meeting is entirely different.—
Auzinea Bacon,
CNN Money,
3 May 2025
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For a match made in sleep heaven, opt for this dusty mauve sheet set from Quince, one of our go-tos for high-quality, affordable bedding.—
Blake Bakkila,
Architectural Digest,
1 May 2025
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With its strapless neckline, subtle side slit, and body-hugging silhouette, it was made for sipping cocktails under palm trees in Miami or dancing the night away in Barcelona.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
13 May 2025
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For example, comparing transcripts side by side can reveal subtle shifts in a witness' narrative, prompting further scrutiny.—
Beth Worthy,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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The Biden administration lowered prices on 10 widely prescribed drugs, such as the blood thinner Eliquis, which will take effect in 2026.—
Ken Alltucker,
USA Today,
13 May 2025
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Apple touts its 13-inch iPad Pro as the thinnest Apple device at 0.20 inches.—
Iyaz Akhtar,
PC Magazine,
13 May 2025
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Transform any rejection into pure business motivation and wins.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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When something appears that stems from a pure love of music, inevitably, the existing structures begin to crumble.—
Ernesto Lechner,
Rolling Stone,
10 May 2025
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And they – their testimony was proven not to be accurate, that the president was not tying aid to Ukraine to the investigation.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
4 May 2025
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Prices were accurate at the time of publication but may change.—
Samantha Neely,
USA Today,
4 May 2025
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Vitamin D Maintaining adequate vitamin D levels promotes healthy aging.—
Melissa Nieves,
Verywell Health,
2 May 2025
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Another persistent challenge is ensuring that students receive adequate clinical preparation without the traditional face-to-face contact found in brick-and-mortar institutions.—
Forbes.com,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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Instead, Atkinson took up golf for the first time and renewed his connection to scientific research, not the least of which was how a small white ball repeatedly avoids a hole in the ground.—
Barbara Bry,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 May 2025
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The Court of International Trade previously rejected the small businesses' request to temporarily pause the tariffs while their lawsuit went forward, but then quickly scheduled Tuesday’s court hearing to decide whether to rule against the tariffs or impose a longer-term pause.—
Dietrich Knauth,
USA Today,
14 May 2025
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Maddison is responsible for dropping deep and pinging passes into dangerous areas, while Kulusevski and Bergvall are excellent ball-carriers.—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
12 May 2025
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The Spa The wellness spaces were not yet ready during my visit, so the hotel arranged an excellent massage in my suite.—
David Shortell,
Travel + Leisure,
12 May 2025
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“Fine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fine. Accessed 18 May. 2025.
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