Refinement — synonyms, definition

1. refinement (Noun)

ability advantage aristocracy asset attraction attractiveness beauty benefit breeding burnish charm civilisation civilization cleansing comeliness cultivation culture decorum dignity discernment • • •

refinement (Noun) — A highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality. ex. "I admired the exquisite refinement of his prose"

refinement (Noun) — The result of improving something. ex. "he described a refinement of this technique"

refinement (Noun) — The process of removing impurities (as from oil, metals or sugar etc.).

refinement (Noun) — A subtle difference in meaning, opinion or attitude. ex. "without understanding the finer refinements you can't enjoy the humour"

refinement (Noun) — The quality of excellence in thought and manners and taste. ex. "a man of intellectual refinement"

advance betterment excellence flawlessness import improvement meaning ne plus ultra perfection processing significance signification rectification