Refined Definition & Meaning

refined
adjective
  1. (used of persons and their behavior) cultivated and genteel; "she was delicate and refined and unused to hardship"; "refined people with refined taste"
  2. freed from impurities by processing; "refined sugar"; "refined oil"; "to gild refined gold"- Shakespeare
  3. 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"
  4. suggesting taste, ease, and wealth
  5. free from what is tawdry or unbecoming; "a neat style"; "a neat set of rules"; "she hated to have her neat plans upset"

"Refined" in song lyrics

See how refined is used in real songs:

  • "I'm so much into me I can't be refined"
    Abstract Rude w/ Moka Only and Prevail — She's Always Right
  • "Yes pure and refined"
    Aceyalone — The Hurt
  • "But it's somethin to be said about a girl that's refined"
    Akrobatik — Woman Pt. II

Usage tips for "refined"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "refined" 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 refined to find words that pair well.

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