Standard Synonyms
Improve
Hone
Perfect
Sharpen
Enhance
Slang Synonyms
Refine can be slang for “improve” or ” perfect.”
Academic Synonyms
Old English Synonyms
Polish
Smooth
Perfect
Enhance
Sharpen
Develop
Regional Synonyms
Refine: to make improvements or corrections to (something)
To make (something) more precise or exact
Industry-specific Synonyms
Curate
Tailor
Enhance
Develop
Improve
Antonyms
Meaning
Improve or perfect by pruning or polishing.
Definition
UTION
To lessen the impurities in (a substance) by repeated heating and cooling, by dissolving it and allowing impurities to precipitate out, or by other processes.
Example Sentences
1. She refined her skills as a musician over many years of practice.
2. He refined his research methods to produce more accurate results.
3. They refined their strategy for the next game.
4. We refined our search criteria to find the best candidates.
5. You will need to refine your approach if you want to achieve success.