refinement
- noun (n)
Meaning: cleansing
Synonyms:
clarification
cleaning
depuration
detersion
distillation
draining
filtering
processing
purification
rarefaction
rectification
- noun (n)
Meaning: cultivation, civilization
Synonyms:
affability
civility
courtesy
courtliness
delicacy
dignity
discrimination
elegance
enlightenment
erudition
fastidiousness
fineness
fine point
finesse
fine tuning
finish
gentility
gentleness
good breeding
good manners
grace
graciousness
knowledge
lore
nicety
nuance
polish
politeness
politesse
precision
sophistication
style
suavity
subtlety
tact
taste
urbanity
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