refinement 1
noundomain: state
Princeton WordNet [ver.3.1]
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EnglishDefinition
a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality
Examples
- 1.almost an inspiration which gives to all work that finish which is almost art--Joseph Conrad
- 2.I admired the exquisite refinement of his prose
- 3.they performed with great polish
Synonyms
- polish 2
a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality
- culture 5
a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality
- cultivation 3
a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality
- finish 3
a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality
