refined

/rɪˈfaɪnd/
adjective
  1. Made pure by having unwanted substances removed.
    • The factory produces refined oil for cooking.
    • Refined sugar is white and dissolves easily in drinks.
    • Refined metals like gold and silver are used in jewelry.
  2. Polished, elegant, or showing good manners and taste.
    • She has refined taste in art and music.
    • His refined manners made a good impression at the dinner party.
    • The hotel lobby had a refined, luxurious atmosphere.
  3. Improved or made more subtle or precise.
    • The software now has a more refined search function.
    • The team presented a refined version of the plan.
    • After years of practice, her technique became more refined.
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