refinement

rɪˈfaɪnmənt
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Translation of refinement from English into Dutch

Noun

1.

general

improvement or enhancement of something
  • The refinement of the software significantly boosted its performance.De verbetering van de software verhoogde de prestaties aanzienlijk.
2.

style

elegance and sophistication in behavior or style
  • Her refinement was evident in her graceful manners and tasteful dress.Haar verfijning was duidelijk in haar gracieuze manieren en smaakvolle kleding.
3.

subtlety

subtle distinction or fine point
  • He appreciated the refinement in her argument.Hij waardeerde de fijnheid in haar argument.
4.

purification

TECH.
process of removing impurities or unwanted elements
TECH.
  • The refinement of crude oil is essential for producing gasoline.De zuivering van ruwe olie is essentieel voor de productie van benzine
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Synonyms and analogies of refinement in English

Examples of refinement in a sentence

  • Refinement of the design made the product more user-friendly.
  • The refinement of her speech impressed everyone.
  • His refinement showed in his choice of fine wines.
  • The refinement in his technique was impressive.
  • She admired the refinement of the wine's flavor.
  • Refinement of metals is crucial in manufacturing.

Translations of "refinement" in Context ordered by category and frequency

Noun
verfijningnf.

Many people consider fine art as a symbol of cultural refinement.

Veel mensen zien beeldende kunst als een symbool van culturele verfijning.

veredelingnf.

You can configure the additional refinement in four different versions.

De extra veredeling kunt u in vier verschillende varianten configureren.

verbeteringnf.

The highest grade of refinement is the fully refined wax.

De hoogste rang van verbetering is de volledig geraffineerde was.

elegantienf.

A full leather sole delivers comfort and refinement to this chic pair.

Een volledig leren zool geeft dit chique ontwerp comfort en elegantie.

zuiveringnf.

He must keep his faith in perseverance, and learn and fulfill his hope by the refinement of his faith.

Hij moest zijn geloof in volharding houden, en zijn hoop door de zuivering van zijn geloof leren en vervullen.

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Other translations for refinement:

  • optimalisatienf.
  • raffinement
  • verfijnd

refinement: Examples and translations in context

The refinement in her handwriting made the letter look particularly elegant.

De verfijning in haar handschrift gaf de brief een bijzonder elegante uitstraling.

The refinement of his manners impressed all the guests at the dinner party.

De verfijning van zijn manieren maakte indruk op alle gasten tijdens het diner.

You could see the refinement in her careful selection of clothes and accessories.

Je kon de verfijning zien in haar zorgvuldige keuze van kleding en accessoires.

With iterative refinement, the model's accuracy increased steadily over time.

Door iteratieve verfijning nam de nauwkeurigheid van het model gestaag toe.

The thoroughbred fashion designer created garments that reflected elegance and refinement.

De stijlvolle modeontwerper creëerde kledingstukken die elegantie en verfijning uitstraalden.

Each movement in her dance showed a high level of refinement and grace.

Elke beweging in haar dans straalde een grote mate van verfijning en gratie uit.

The patrician design of the jewelry reflected classic beauty and refinement.

Het voorname ontwerp van de sieraden straalde klassieke schoonheid en verfijning uit.

Their designs are classier, reflecting more elegance and refinement.

Hun ontwerpen ogen chiquer en stralen meer elegantie en verfijning uit.

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