refinement (Meaning)
refinement (n)
a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality
the result of improving something
the process of removing impurities (as from oil or metals or sugar etc.)
a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude
the quality of excellence in thought and manners and taste
refinement (n.)
The act of refining, or the state of being refined; as, the refinement or metals; refinement of ideas.
That which is refined, elaborated, or polished to excess; an affected subtilty; as, refinements of logic.
Synonyms & Antonyms of refinement
Synonyms:
Antonyms:
- lapse
- weakening
- impairment
- detriment
- weakening
- downgrade
- descent
- shortcoming
- failing
- drawback
- lapse
- sinking
- decline
- impairment
- declension
- declension
- stumbling block
- degeneration
- downgrade
- descent
- lessening
- worsening
- worsening
- slowing
- decadence
- shortcoming
- slowing
- decline
- drawback
- detriment
- sinking
- stumbling block
- degeneration
- decadence
- lessening
- failing
Synonyms:
- civilization
- boost
- edification
- growth
- enlightenment
- betterment
- upswing
- strengthening
- evolution
- amelioration
- find
- uplift
- perfection
- ripening
- elaboration
- upgrade
- windfall
- quantum leap
- renaissance
- maturation
- increase
- gestation
- revival
- melioration
- expansion
- education
- upturn
- heightening
- renascence
Antonyms:
refinement Sentence Examples
- The years of study brought an unmistakable refinement to her speech.
- The sculptor's refinement of the clay model enhanced its realism.
- The debate reached a higher level of refinement as the participants delved deeper into the nuances.
- The wine underwent a process of refinement to achieve its full potential.
- The designer's relentless pursuit of refinement resulted in an exquisite piece of furniture.
- The refinement of her ideas transformed her thesis into a groundbreaking work.
- The painter employed intricate brushstrokes to add refinement to the portrait.
- The refinement of the athlete's technique increased their efficiency and precision.
- The jeweler's exceptional refinement in cutting and polishing created a mesmerizing gem.
- The refinement of society's manners fostered a harmonious and respectful environment.
FAQs About the word refinement
a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality, the result of improving something, the process of removing impurities (as from
improvement, advance, advancement, breakthrough, development, discovery, innovation,enhancement, civilization, boost
reduction, setback,breakdown, reduction, decay, decrease, crash, deterioration, impediment, hindrance
The years of study brought an unmistakable refinement to her speech.
The sculptor's refinement of the clay model enhanced its realism.
The debate reached a higher level of refinement as the participants delved deeper into the nuances.
The wine underwent a process of refinement to achieve its full potential.
