1
: free from impurities
2
Synonyms
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
On the red carpets, A-listers such as Ariana Grande, Lupita Nyong’o, and Hunter Schafer all embraced spring silhouette that were elegant and refined—and heavy on the sprightly colors and floral prints.
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Christian Allaire, Vogue, 14 Apr. 2024
Naples Art District is a serene escape for those seeking a more refined and laid-back cultural experience.
—Jp Shaffer, Miami Herald, 12 Apr. 2024
Fordow’s most refined product today has a U-235 purity of 60 percent, IAEA reports show.
—Joby Warrick, Washington Post, 10 Apr. 2024
Mix refined, white sugar and water in a 1:4 ratio, boil it and cool it, and put it out for the birds in feeder.
—Kinsey Crowley, USA TODAY, 9 Apr. 2024
With a refined broad-spectrum product that’s totally THC-free, Penguin completes the trifecta by also creating a unique assortment of flavors that will satisfy anyone’s taste buds.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
The same is true for carbs and refined sugars people typically eat in a Thanksgiving meal.
—Cat Lafuente, Health, 29 Mar. 2024
Success in the triple jump, known for its hop, skip and jump, requires refined technique and explosiveness.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 3 Apr. 2024
Brock Davies, Shay's husband, wore a refined all-black look with an eye-popping red jacket.
—Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 2 Apr. 2024
Christian Allaire, Vogue, 14 Apr. 2024
Naples Art District is a serene escape for those seeking a more refined and laid-back cultural experience.
—Jp Shaffer, Miami Herald, 12 Apr. 2024
Fordow’s most refined product today has a U-235 purity of 60 percent, IAEA reports show.
—Joby Warrick, Washington Post, 10 Apr. 2024
Mix refined, white sugar and water in a 1:4 ratio, boil it and cool it, and put it out for the birds in feeder.
—Kinsey Crowley, USA TODAY, 9 Apr. 2024
With a refined broad-spectrum product that’s totally THC-free, Penguin completes the trifecta by also creating a unique assortment of flavors that will satisfy anyone’s taste buds.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
The same is true for carbs and refined sugars people typically eat in a Thanksgiving meal.
—Cat Lafuente, Health, 29 Mar. 2024
Success in the triple jump, known for its hop, skip and jump, requires refined technique and explosiveness.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 3 Apr. 2024
Brock Davies, Shay's husband, wore a refined all-black look with an eye-popping red jacket.
—Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 2 Apr. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1582, in the meaning defined at sense 1
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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
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