Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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refine | No | No | Yes | No |
overrefine | No | No | Yes | No |
refine (verb) | overrefine (verb) |
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reduce to a fine, unmixed, or pure state; separate from extraneous matter or cleanse from impurities | refine too much or with excess of subtlety |
improve or perfect by pruning or polishing | |
treat or prepare so as to put in a usable condition | |
attenuate or reduce in vigor, strength, or intensity by polishing or purifying | |
make more precise or increase the discriminatory powers of | |
make more complex, intricate, or richer |