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refinement

NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. refinement
2. polish

This noun and する-verb describes the quality of being refined, polished, or sophisticated, whether referring to a person's manners, a style of writing, or a design. It carries a positive nuance suggesting elegance achieved through careful cultivation.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

We'll refine the business plan narrative and present it to investors.

Sentence 2

I was surprised to find the little inn at my travel destination was unexpectedly refined.

Sentence 3

That one comment felt like it refined the whole discussion.

Sentence 4

The research plan needs to refine how the hypotheses are formulated.

Sentence 5

Oh, so cutting out the excess decoration is what makes it refined!