refined
утончённый
polished
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refined with Russian translation
refined usage examples
Она хотела утончённый наряд для лекции, ничего броского.
She wanted a refined outfit for the lecture, nothing flashy.
Они хвалили утончённые цвета в новой коллекции.
They praised the refined colours in the new collection.
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refined belongs to the topic "Style and Taste". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
refined synonyms
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Connotes tasteful simplicity and graceful form — often visual or structural elegance.
An elegant dress can look refined without being flashy.
Informal word for stylishness with dignity — more about perceived social quality than subtlety.
She looked classy at the gala, which felt refined but approachable.
The house is decorated in a tasteful, refined manner.
The boutique sells chic items that feel refined and modern.
Suggests education, familiarity with the arts and polished manners; moral/cultural cultivation.
A cultured host shows refined tastes in music and food choices.
Specifically refers to suave, polished social manners typical of a sophisticated urban person.
His urbane conversation displayed refined social skills.
Denotes being fashionable and attractive in appearance; often trend‑aware rather than deeply subtle.
The cafe is stylish and feels refined, but leans more contemporary.
Highlights subtlety or fragility; can be about taste but also physical sensitivity or complexity.
The painting has a delicate palette that feels refined rather than loud.
Emphasizes restraint and subtlety — elegance achieved by doing less rather than showing off.
Her jewellery was understated, lending a refined but quiet elegance.
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How is refined different from related words?
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В чем разница в английском между carry, wear, tote и lug
Carry — нести или иметь при себе, wear — носить на теле, tote — таскать с собой, lug — тащить тяжёлое с усилием.
В чем разница в английском между whole, entire, complete и intact
Разница между whole, entire, complete и intact: целое, весь объем, завершенность и сохранность без повреждений.
В чем разница в английском между choose, pick, select и opt for
Разница между choose, pick, select и opt for: обычный выбор, разговорный выбор, выбор из списка и осознанное предпочтение.
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Questions about this word
refined meaning: what does it mean?
polished
refined pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
refined is pronounced as /rɪˈfaɪnd/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
refined definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
She wanted a refined outfit for the lecture, nothing flashy. Translation: Она хотела утончённый наряд для лекции, ничего броского.
Is refined part of Style and Taste vocabulary?
Yes, refined (утончённый) can be learned in the Style and Taste topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is refined part of Clothing and Fashion vocabulary?
Yes, refined (утончённый) can be learned in the Clothing and Fashion topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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