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adjective

ri-ˈfīnd How to pronounce refined (audio)
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as in evolved
being far along in development a refined analysis of the factors that produce economic wealth in the new global economy

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as in pure
free from added matter refined gold

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as in cultured
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

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as in elegant
having or showing elegance a refined woman with gracious manners

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as in subtle
made or done with extreme care and accuracy the dressmaker took a set of quite refined measurements before actually starting work

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as in exquisite
satisfying or pleasing because of fineness or mildness the chef's refined cuisine is one that true gourmets will appreciate

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as in accurate
meeting the highest standard of accuracy this is not a refined calculation of the total number of calories in the dish—just a rough estimate

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refined

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verb

past tense of refine
as in improved
to make better worked on refining her backhand before the big tennis match

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Recent Examples of refined
Adjective
For the fall 2027 season, The GOAT collection introduces an après-ski focus with wool and cashmere, with winter comfort and a refined sporty sensibility. — Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 7 July 2026 The team ended up making eight mockups, six refined versions, and then built five physical guitars, which were all hand-painted by The Vampire Lestat production designer Andres Cubillan. — Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 7 July 2026
Verb
With nearly twice the range of the previous Rav4 PHEV, the new model is good value and remains relatively refined, said Top Gear Magazine. — The Week Uk, TheWeek, 6 July 2026 This summer, the city has refined the layout, offering three distinct, free public swim spots. — Camille Knight, CNN Money, 4 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for refined
Recent Examples of Synonyms for refined
  1. evolved
  2. pure
  3. cultured
  4. elegant
  5. subtle
  6. exquisite
  7. accurate
  8. improved
Adjective
  • This evolved mission mandates more than technology alone.
    — Kevin Cohee, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026
  • The leader and protector of his kingdom, his character embodies this Fire sign in its most evolved form.
    — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 24 June 2026
Definition of evolved
Adjective
  • This butternut squash pasta is pure comfort, with roasted squash, garlic, and shallots blended into a creamy, smooth sauce.
    — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 8 July 2026
  • Minions & Monsters kept its familiar chaos intact, but its turn toward sentiment may have left behind some of the pure silliness that built its core audience at home.
    — David Deal, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
Definition of pure
Adjective
  • Some butter is cultured by adding lactic acid bacteria.
    — Rosemary Trout, Scientific American, 27 June 2026
  • Clean Cultured Marble These same cleaning supplies and methods can be used to clean cultured marble bathroom vanity tops and sinks.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 19 June 2026
Definition of cultured
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  • Her presence helps define the smart way Little Fish positions itself along the borderlines of casual and fancy, quirky and elegant.
    — Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
  • These elegant, loose-fitting pull-on pants sit high on the waist, creating a leg-lengthening effect.
    — Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2026
Definition of elegant
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  • Messi’s longevity is a story of enduring brilliance but also subtle evolution.
    — Charlotte Harpur, New York Times, 10 July 2026
  • Buyers will be able to tailor the interior with exclusive leather, Alcantara, and a choice of Comfort or Racing seats, both featuring six vertical grooves as a subtle nod to the six-speed layout.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 10 July 2026
Definition of subtle
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  • One of the victors is this exquisite 1937 Delage D8-120 S Aerodynamic Coupe, with flowing bodywork by Parisian coachbuilder Marcel Pourtout.
    — Howard Walker, Robb Report, 3 July 2026
  • Explore Nový Bor, Czech Republic, a hub for exquisite Bohemian glass, and Tönning, Germany, showcasing contemporary wool craftsmanship.
    — Lea Lane, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026
Definition of exquisite
Adjective
  • Prices were accurate at the time of publication but may change.
    — Charlie Carballo, USA Today, 7 July 2026
  • ISPs would be well within their rights to advertise accurate monthly prices and charge those exact prices on monthly bills.
    — Jon Brodkin, ArsTechnica, 6 July 2026
Definition of accurate
Verb
  • Although Spain’s beer culture has improved recently, with many new craft breweries, the beer scene in Belgium is on another level.
    — Jay R. Brooks, Mercury News, 9 July 2026
  • Things had improved since then, before spilling out into the open late last year when Saudi Arabia bombed a port in Yemen targeting a weapons shipment from the UAE.
    — Matthew Martin, semafor.com, 9 July 2026
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