refinement
0 antonyms and opposites of refinement, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A small improvement or adjustment that makes something better.
How to use refinement
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From refine plus the noun-forming suffix -ment.
Full origin of refinement →Frequently asked questions
What does “refinement” mean?
The word “refinement” means a small improvement or adjustment that makes something better. In plain terms, a careful improvement, or (for people) polished, cultured behavior.
How do you pronounce “refinement”?
“Refinement” is pronounced ruh-FYN-muhnt (/ɹəˈfaɪnmənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “refinement” in a sentence?
Here is “refinement” used in a sentence: “The new model has several refinements over last year's version.”
What is another word for “refinement”?
Words with a similar meaning to “refinement” include gentility.
What part of speech is “refinement”?
“Refinement” is a noun.
Is “refinement” a common word?
“Refinement” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “refinement” have?
“Refinement” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small improvement or adjustment that makes something better.