What does refined mean?
Refined means simple past and past participle of refine.
Refined
/ɹɪˈfaɪnd/ · verb
Meaning
simple past and past participle of refine.
Definitions by Sense
- simple past and past participle of refine
- Precise, freed from imprecision, particularly:
- Cultured, freed from vulgarity, particularly:
- Purified, reduced in or freed from impurities, particularly:
- (of a market) Dealing in a refined product such as sugar or petroleum.
- (finance) The refined form of a commodity, as opposed to its raw or generic form.
Example Sentences
The raw petroleum was refined into kerosene.
We're still purchasing copper ore, but the market for refined is weaker.
Synonyms for refined
Antonyms for refined
Related Words
Word Forms
- more refined
- most refined
- refineds
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for refined?
Common synonyms include delicate, gracious, debonair, svelte.
What is the opposite of refined?
Possible antonyms include crude, unrefined, unprocessed.
How do you use refined in a sentence?
The raw petroleum was refined into kerosene.
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