How to pronounce "refinement"

• "refinement" pronounced in English.

Meanings and definitions of "refinement"

Noun

a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality; "they performed with great polish"; "I admired the exquisite refinement of his prose"; "almost an inspiration which gives to all work that finish which is almost art"--Joseph Conrad

Synonyms:

• polish
• refinement
• culture
• cultivation
• finish

Noun

the result of improving something; "he described a refinement of this technique"

Synonyms:

• refinement
• elaboration

Noun

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

Synonyms:

• refining
• refinement
• purification

Noun

a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude; "without understanding the finer nuances you can't enjoy the humor"; "don't argue about shades of meaning"

Synonyms:

• nuance
• nicety
• shade
• subtlety
• refinement

Noun

the quality of excellence in thought and manners and taste; "a man of intellectual refinement"; "he is remembered for his generosity and civilization"

Synonyms:

• refinement
• civilization
• civilisation