refined

adjective

re·​fined ri-ˈfīnd 

1

: free from impurities

2

: fastidious, cultivated

3

: precise, exact

a refined test for radioactivity

Synonyms

• advanced
• developed
• evolved
• forward
• high
• higher
• improved
• late
• progressive

Examples of refined in a Sentence

She has become more refined in her painting technique.

He has very refined manners.

refined and elegant works of art

Recent Examples on the Web

The latter is hinged on refined versatility and functionality, which resulted in what the executive billed as the most diverse and broad collection ever presented by the brand. —Martino Carrera, WWD, 17 Jan. 2025

Nintendo Switch 2 Trailer The Switch successor looks like a refined model of the existing handheld. —Michael Gfoeller and David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 16 Jan. 2025

Afternoon tea here is a refined experience, served in a setting of marble columns and chandeliers. —Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025

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Word History

First Known Use

1582, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

refined

adjective

re·​fined

ri-ˈfīnd

1

: socially well-trained : well-bred, cultivated

very refined manners

2

: freed from impurities : pure

refined sugar

3

: carried to a fine point : subtle

refined measurements