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refinement vs meaning

meaning vs refinement

refinement and meaning both are nouns.

refinement is not an adjective while meaning is an adjective.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
refinement Yes No No No
meaning Yes Yes No No
As nouns, meaning is a hypernym of refinement; that is, meaning is a word with a broader meaning than refinement:
  • refinement: a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude
  • meaning: the message that is intended or expressed or signified
Other hypernyms of refinement include import, significance, signification.
refinement (noun) meaning (noun)
the quality of excellence in thought and manners and taste the idea that is intended
a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude the message that is intended or expressed or signified
the result of improving something
the process of removing impurities (as from oil or metals or sugar etc.)
a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality
refinement (adjective) meaning (adjective)
rich in significance or implication
Difference between refinement and meaning

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