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refined
01
made pure by removing impurities through a processing method
Examples
The refined sugar had been purified through filtration to remove any contaminants.
She appreciated the refined taste of the filtered water, which had been treated to remove impurities.
02
showing sophisticated manners and elegance in behavior
Examples
Her refined manners impressed everyone at the formal dinner.
He spoke with a refined accent that hinted at his prestigious education.
03
suggesting taste, ease, and wealth
04
precise to a fine degree
05
showing a high degree of refinement and the assurance that comes from wide social experience
Lexical Tree
overrefined
unrefined
refined
refine
fine
