No. 4,778 in French
raffinée
Refined; elegant; sophisticated.
In a sentence
La décoration de cette salle est extrêmement raffinée.
The decoration of this room is extremely refined.
In this sentence, 'raffinée' describes the decoration, emphasizing its elegance and superior quality.
Elle est une femme très raffinée, toujours habillée avec goût.
She is a very refined woman, always dressed with taste.
Here, 'raffinée' is used to describe a person's character and demeanor, highlighting their elegance and cultured nature.
La recette de ce plat est complexe et raffinée.
The recipe of this dish is complex and sophisticated.
The usage of 'raffinée' in this instance pertains to the subtleness and intricacy of the dish's recipe, indicating a level of sophistication.
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