ULTRAREFINED Synonyms: 57 Similar and Opposite Words

ultrarefined

adjective

Definition of ultrarefined

as in smooth

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Recent Examples of ultrarefined On an audiovisual level its beautiful jazz score and ultrarefined minimalist line art are entrancing. — Washington Post, 12 Apr. 2021

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Adjective

Cetaphil’s formula addresses crepey skin by adding hydration, which helps to plump and smooth fine lines, while also working to rejuvenate skin cells and diminish signs of crepiness over time.

— Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 8 July 2026
Flowy and smooth, these pants offer a flattering and flowy fit.

— Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2026

Definition of smooth

Adjective

Earthy textiles, polished cement, and wicker accents make for a soothing blend.

— Helen Iatrou, Travel + Leisure, 11 July 2026
The light-hearted takedown of Rooney this week is another episode at odds with the outwardly polished approach of the elite footballers.

— Philip Buckingham, New York Times, 10 July 2026

Definition of polished

Adjective

Her generation was one of thinkers, politically committed to defining how individuals were to be shaped as citizens of a civilized nation.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 1 July 2026
In Season 3, the team enters Dinopia, a civilized dinosaur world, to face threats endangering both worlds through friendship, courage, and teamwork.

— Kevin Giraud, Variety, 24 June 2026

Definition of civilized

Adjective

The overall aesthetic is simplistic and filled with natural light, with a tasteful (never cluttered) array of antiques and more modern furniture pieces interspersed throughout.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 July 2026
It was marked by smooth logistical execution, massive yet tasteful staging, and lush gardens that transformed Madison Square Garden into a magical, mystical romantic world, where a crowd embraced love and national kindness across societal divides.

— Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Time, 8 July 2026

Definition of tasteful

Adjective

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

Adjective

Kate’s puff-sleeve shirt dress feels a touch more sophisticated than a traditional button-down silhouette, and this Amazon lookalike captures the same refined feel.

— Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 8 July 2026
The pledge also encourages hospitals to emphasize whole grains over refined grains.

— Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 8 July 2026

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