Overrefined: meaning, definitions and examples
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overrefined
[ ˌoʊvərɪˈfaɪnd ]
excessive sophistication
Overrefined refers to something that has been excessively refined or polished, often to the point of losing its essential qualities or natural characteristics. It can denote an excessive attention to detail that may hinder genuine expression or authenticity.
Synonyms
excessively refined, overly polished, overprocessed, sophisticated.
Examples of usage
- The overrefined style of the painting detracted from its emotional depth.
- Critics argued that the overrefined cuisine lacked the authenticity of traditional dishes.
- His overrefined manner of speaking made it difficult for others to relate to him.
Translations
Translations of the word "overrefined" in other languages:
🇵🇹 excessivamente refinado
🇮🇳 अत्यधिक परिष्कृत
🇩🇪 übermäßig verfeinert
🇮🇩 terlalu halus
🇺🇦 надмірно вишуканий
🇵🇱 nadmiernie wyrafinowany
🇯🇵 過度に洗練された
🇫🇷 trop raffiné
🇪🇸 excesivamente refinado
🇹🇷 aşırı rafine
🇰🇷 과도하게 정교한
🇸🇦 مُكرّر بشكل مفرط
🇨🇿 přehnaně rafinovaný
🇸🇰 nadmerne rafinovaný
🇨🇳 过度精炼的
🇸🇮 prekomerno rafiniran
🇮🇸 ofurraði
🇰🇿 артық өңделген
🇬🇪 დამახინჯებული
🇦🇿 həddindən artıq incə
🇲🇽 excesivamente refinado
Etymology
The term 'overrefined' is derived from the combination of the prefix 'over-', indicating excess, and the word 'refined'. The word 'refined' comes from the Latin 'refinatus', which means 'to purify' or 'to make pure', and has been used since the late 14th century to describe processes that improve the quality or purity of a substance. The prefix 'over-' adds a connotation of excessiveness, signaling that the process has gone too far. In modern usage, 'overrefined' often characterizes art, literature, or behavior that has become excessively polished or sophisticated, potentially to the detriment of originality or authenticity. The concept reflects societal trends where complexity and sophistication can overshadow sincerity and simplicity.