as in improvements
an instance of notable progress in the development of knowledge, technology, or skill
the recent refinements in this area of medical technology
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of refinements
Owners of the Model S didn’t just buy a vehicle – but the software that came with it that updated and brought new refinements.
—
John Pacenti, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
The second-gen Flex is nearly identical to the first-gen model, only with a few subtle refinements.
—Brandon Widder, The Verge, 10 Apr. 2026
This phase is designed to address deficiencies identified during initial operations, complete technical refinements, and implement maintenance or system adjustments before the platform transitions into a regular deployment cycle.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 4 Apr. 2026
The update includes refinements to system performance and bug fixes.
—Thomas Westerholm, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
Thanks to decades of such refinements, today’s jets may be the world’s most reliable machines.
—Burkhard Bilger, New Yorker, 2 Mar. 2026
Corrections then feel like reversals rather than refinements.
—Charles Edward Gehrke, Fortune, 9 Feb. 2026
With spring break just weeks away, Meiner said the city's approach will largely mirror last year's effort to curb unruly crowds, though some refinements are in the works.
—Abby Dodge, CBS News, 4 Feb. 2026
Subtle refinements then come to the collar, which features traditional construction to avoid any rub spots.
—Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 29 Jan. 2026
John Pacenti, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
The second-gen Flex is nearly identical to the first-gen model, only with a few subtle refinements.
—Brandon Widder, The Verge, 10 Apr. 2026
This phase is designed to address deficiencies identified during initial operations, complete technical refinements, and implement maintenance or system adjustments before the platform transitions into a regular deployment cycle.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 4 Apr. 2026
The update includes refinements to system performance and bug fixes.
—Thomas Westerholm, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
Thanks to decades of such refinements, today’s jets may be the world’s most reliable machines.
—Burkhard Bilger, New Yorker, 2 Mar. 2026
Corrections then feel like reversals rather than refinements.
—Charles Edward Gehrke, Fortune, 9 Feb. 2026
With spring break just weeks away, Meiner said the city's approach will largely mirror last year's effort to curb unruly crowds, though some refinements are in the works.
—Abby Dodge, CBS News, 4 Feb. 2026
Subtle refinements then come to the collar, which features traditional construction to avoid any rub spots.
—Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 29 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for refinements
Noun
-
Those improvements include widening of Clay Street, paying for utilities such as water and sewers, and purchasing a home on the west side of the property.—
Deborah Laverty,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026
-
There's currently no estimate of how much all the improvements will cost, but the city received a $5 million grant to proceed with the planning and design phases.—
James Taylor,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
Noun
-
This upcoming edition was already the buzziest in years since usually secretive Apple has publicly promised to showcase anticipated AI advances.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
21 Apr. 2026
-
The law also required advances in aviation technology to be included in the annual transportation work program.—
News Service Of Florida,
Sun Sentinel,
21 Apr. 2026
Noun
-
Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.—
Taylor Nicioli,
CNN Money,
20 Apr. 2026
-
There continues to be meaningful advancements in the fight against [Glioblastoma], and that fight needs all of us.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
20 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Refinements.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refinements. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
