Difference between Refined and Polished

What is the difference between Refined and Polished?

Refined as a verb is to purify; reduce to a fine, unmixed, or pure state; to free from impurities. while Polished as a verb is to shine; to make a surface very smooth or shiny by rubbing, cleaning, or grinding.

Refined

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To purify; reduce to a fine, unmixed, or pure state; to free from impurities.

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: Showing or having good feelings or good taste. An absence of coarseness. Not vulgar. Without impurities.

Example sentence: Only the brave know how to forgive; it is the most refined and generous pitch of virtue human nature can arrive at.

Polished

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To shine; to make a surface very smooth or shiny by rubbing, cleaning, or grinding.

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: Made smooth or shiny by polishing.refined, elegant

Example sentence: I'm glad I can present a polished version of myself when it counts.

We hope you now know whether to use Refined or Polished in your sentence.

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