Refinable: meaning, definitions and examples
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refinable
[ rɪˈfaɪnəbl ]
property
Capable of being refined or improved
Synonyms
developable, enhanceable, improvable.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
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refinable |
Appropriate for settings involving the improvement or purification of a substance, system, or idea through detailed work. Often used in technical, creative, or scientific contexts.
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improvable |
Generally used when discussing the potential for general betterment or enhancement in various aspects whether it's skills, systems, or processes.
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enhanceable |
Suitable when talking about the potential to increase quality, value, or extent. Frequently used in tech, performance improvement, or quality assurance.
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developable |
Commonly used in contexts related to real estate, project management, or any plan that can be expanded or matured over time.
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Examples of usage
- This software is highly refinable to meet specific needs
- The design of the product is refinable based on customer feedback
Translations
Translations of the word "refinable" in other languages:
🇵🇹 refinável
🇮🇳 परिशोधित करने योग्य
🇩🇪 veredelbar
🇮🇩 dapat dimurnikan
🇺🇦 рафінований
🇵🇱 rafinerowalny
🇯🇵 精製可能
🇫🇷 raffinable
🇪🇸 refinable
🇹🇷 rafine edilebilir
🇰🇷 정제 가능
🇸🇦 قابل للتكرير
🇨🇿 rafinovatelný
🇸🇰 rafinovateľný
🇨🇳 可提炼的
🇸🇮 rafiniran
🇮🇸 hreinsanlegt
🇰🇿 тазартуға болатын
🇬🇪 გაფილტვადი
🇦🇿 təmizlənə bilən
🇲🇽 refinable
Etymology
The word 'refinable' is derived from the verb 'refine', which comes from the Old French 'refiner', meaning 'to reduce to a pure state'. The concept of refining something has been used in various contexts throughout history, such as refining metals or refining processes. The adjective 'refinable' emerged as a way to describe things that are capable of being refined or improved.
See also: refine, refined, refinedly, refinement, refiner, refining, unrefined.