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refinement

noun

rɪˈfaɪnmənt

Meaning

The process of removing impurities or unwanted elements from a substance.

the process of improving something to make it more polished or sophisticated

His manners showed a refinement that made him stand out in any crowd.

The new software is a refinement of the earlier version.

without refinement

improvement, elegance, sophistication, polish, enhancement

Entry 1

improvement, elegance

Entry 2

improvement, sophistication, polish, elegance, enhancement

crudeness, coarseness, imperfection, roughness

Entry 1

crudeness, coarseness

Entry 2

crudeness, imperfection, roughness

refinement process, technical refinement, cultural refinement, refinement of design

a man who is supposed to have magical powers; a person who is very skilled in a particular area

a place giving temporary protection from bad weather or danger

The quality of moving or happening quickly; swiftness or speed.

A small reptile with a long body, four legs, and a tail, often found on walls or in gardens.

an uncultivated, uninhabited, and inhospitable region; a wild or uncultivated state

the action of becoming involved in a situation to change it