Definition of refinement

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Definition of refinement

  • the process of removing impurities (as from oil or metals or sugar etc.) (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. purification
    2. refining
  • a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality (noun)

    Examples

    1. I admired the exquisite refinement of his prose

    Synonyms

    1. cultivation
    2. culture
    3. finish
    4. polish
  • the result of improving something (noun)

    Examples

    1. he described a refinement of this technique

    Synonyms

    1. elaboration
  • the quality of excellence in thought and manners and taste (noun)

    Examples

    1. a man of intellectual refinement

    Synonyms

    1. civilisation
    2. civilization
  • a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. nicety
    2. nuance
    3. shade
    4. subtlety

See definition of refinement in Merriam Webster