refined

[rɪˈfaɪnd]

refined Definition

• 1. elegant and cultured in appearance, manner, or taste
• 2. purified or made more pure by removing impurities or unwanted elements

Using refined: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "refined" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She has a refined taste in art.

• Example

  The restaurant offers a refined dining experience.

• Example

  The sugar was refined to remove impurities.

• Example

  The company uses a refined process to manufacture their products.

refined Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for refined

• polished
• sophisticated
• elegant
• graceful
• cultured

Antonyms for refined

• unrefined
• crude
• vulgar

Phrases with refined

• refined sugar

  sugar that has been purified to remove impurities

  Example

  I try to avoid eating refined sugar.

• refined oil

  oil that has been processed to remove impurities

  Example

  Many people prefer to use refined oil for cooking.

• refined taste

  a discerning and sophisticated sense of what is aesthetically pleasing

  Example

  Her refined taste in fashion is evident in her choice of clothing.

Origins of refined

from Latin 'refinare', meaning 'to purify'

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Summary: refined in Brief

The term 'refined' [rɪˈfaɪnd] describes something elegant, cultured, or purified. It can refer to a person's appearance, manner, or taste, as in 'She has a refined taste in art.' Alternatively, it can describe a process of purification, such as 'The sugar was refined to remove impurities.' 'Refined' can also be used to describe a product or experience, like 'The restaurant offers a refined dining experience.'