Definition of Refinement

1. Noun. A highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality. "Almost an inspiration which gives to all work that finish which is almost art"

Exact synonyms: Cultivation, Culture, Finish, Polish
Generic synonyms: Flawlessness, Ne Plus Ultra, Perfection
Derivative terms: Cultivate, Polish, Polish, Refine

2. Noun. The result of improving something. "He described a refinement of this technique"
Exact synonyms: Elaboration
Generic synonyms: Advance, Betterment, Improvement
Derivative terms: Elaborate, Refine

3. Noun. The process of removing impurities (as from oil or metals or sugar etc.).
Exact synonyms: Purification, Refining
Generic synonyms: Processing
Specialized synonyms: Rectification
Derivative terms: Purify, Refine, Refine, Refine

4. Noun. A subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude. "Don't argue about shades of meaning"
Exact synonyms: Nicety, Nuance, Shade, Subtlety
Generic synonyms: Import, Meaning, Significance, Signification
Derivative terms: Refine

5. Noun. The quality of excellence in thought and manners and taste. "He is remembered for his generosity and civilization"
Exact synonyms: Civilisation, Civilization
Generic synonyms: Excellence
Derivative terms: Civilise, Civilize

Definition of Refinement

1. n. The act of refining, or the state of being refined; as, the refinement or metals; refinement of ideas.

Definition of Refinement

1. Noun. The act, or the result of refining; the removal of impurities, or a purified material ¹

2. Noun. High-class style; cultivation. ¹

3. Noun. A fine or subtle distinction. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Refinement

1. [n -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Refinement

refinance
refinanced
refinancer
refinancers
refinances
refinancing
refinancings
refind
refinding
refinds
refine
refined
refined sugar
refinedly
refinedness
refinement (current term)
refinements
refiner
refineries
refiners
refinery
refines
refining
refining industry
refinings
refinish
refinished
refinisher
refinishers
refinishes

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