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refinement

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Noun — A small improvement or adjustment that makes something better.

How to use refinement

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

minor refinement a touch of refinement

Etymology

From refine plus the noun-forming suffix -ment.

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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.

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