refinement

名词 refinement:

1. a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality--Joseph Conrad
   同义词：polish, culture, cultivation, finish
2. the result of improving something
   同义词：elaboration
3. the process of removing impurities (as from oil or metals or sugar etc.)
   同义词：refining, purification
4. a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude
   同义词：nuance, nicety, shade, subtlety
5. the quality of excellence in thought and manners and taste
   同义词：civilization, civilisation

1. Good manners and correct speech are marks of refinement.
   彬彬有礼和谈吐得体是文雅的标志。
2. Marked by refinement in taste and manners; cultured; polished.
   高尚的，有教养的品味和举止优雅的; 有文化的; 有修养的
3. The new car has many added refinements such as air-conditioning and anti- blocking brakes.
   这辆新车有许多精巧的附加装置，如空调和防抱死装置。
4. Her mother is a woman with great refinement.
   她母亲是一个非常文雅的女人。

re.fine.ment

n.（名词）
The act of refining.
提炼：提炼的行为
The result of refining; an improvement or elaboration.
改进，精心制作：提炼的结果；改进或精心制作
The state or quality of being refined; cultivation, as in manners or taste.See Synonyms at culture
优雅：高雅的状态或性质；在举止或品味上有教养参见 culture
A keen or precise phrasing; a subtle distinction.
精细：精妙的用语；细微的差别