fine synonyms

fine

modif.

  1. Not coarse or thick

    light, powdery, granular, slender; see little 1, minute 1, narrow 1.

  2. Of superior quality

    choice, exceptional, select, well-made; see excellent.

  3. Refined

    delicate, elegant, exquisite, expensive; see dainty 1, elegant 1.

  4. Exact

    subtle, precise, distinct, strict; see accurate 2, definite 2, nice 3.

fine

n.

penalty, damages, forfeit; see punishment.

fine

v.

penalize, mulct, exact, amerce, tax, confiscate, levy, sequestrate, seize, extort, make pay; see also punish.

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