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refine vs change

change vs refine

refine is not a noun while change is a noun.

refine and change both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
refine No No Yes No
change Yes No Yes No
As verbs, change is a hypernym of refine; that is, change is a word with a broader meaning than refine:
  • refine: make more precise or increase the discriminatory powers of
  • change: cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
Other hypernyms of refine include alter, modify.
As verbs, change is a hypernym of refine; that is, change is a word with a broader meaning than refine:
  • refine: make more complex, intricate, or richer
  • change: cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
Other hypernyms of refine include alter, modify.
refine (noun) change (noun)
the action of changing something
a different or fresh set of clothes
a thing that is different
a difference that is usually pleasant
an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another
the result of alteration or modification
coins of small denomination regarded collectively
the balance of money received when the amount you tender is greater than the amount due
money received in return for its equivalent in a larger denomination or a different currency
a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event
refine (verb) change (verb)
reduce to a fine, unmixed, or pure state; separate from extraneous matter or cleanse from impurities undergo a change; become different in essence; losing one's or its original nature
improve or perfect by pruning or polishing cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
treat or prepare so as to put in a usable condition become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence
attenuate or reduce in vigor, strength, or intensity by polishing or purifying change clothes; put on different clothes
make more precise or increase the discriminatory powers of exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category
make more complex, intricate, or richer lay aside, abandon, or leave for another
remove or replace the coverings of
become deeper in tone
change from one vehicle or transportation line to another
give to, and receive from, one another
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