English Synonym Finder

refine

Definitions

To remove impurities or unwanted elements from a substance.

To improve something by making small changes or adjustments.

To develop a more polished, cultured, or sophisticated style.

Examples

The chef spent hours trying to refine the recipe until it was perfect.

Engineers are working to refine the design of the engine to improve fuel efficiency.

You should refine your essay by removing unnecessary adjectives and clarifying your main argument.

Synonyms

improve perfect polish enhance purify clarify upgrade

Antonyms

worsen damage corrupt spoil degrade pollute mar