Polished Definition & Meaning

polished
adjective
  1. perfected or made shiny and smooth; "his polished prose"; "in a freshly ironed dress and polished shoes"; "freshly polished silver"
  2. showing a high degree of refinement and the assurance that comes from wide social experience; "his polished manner"; "maintained an urbane tone in his letters"
  3. (of grains especially rice) having the husk or outer layers removed; "polished rice"
  4. (of lumber or stone) to trim and smooth

"Polished" in song lyrics

See how polished is used in real songs:

  • "SUV's be dirty but the drops is polished"
    The Alchemist — We Got This
  • "beats were cool still weren't polished"
    Big Quarters — August
  • "And I get my shoes polished"
    Cage — (Down) The Left Hand Path

Usage tips for "polished"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "polished" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for polished to find words that pair well.

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