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refined language

[/rɪˈfaɪnd ˈlæŋɡwɪdʒ/]
nounpl: refined languages
linguagem refinada
1. Speech or writing that is elegant, polished, and demonstrates good taste and education; language free from vulgarity or coarseness
She spoke with refined language that impressed everyone at the formal dinner.
Ela falava com uma linguagem refinada que impressionava a todos no jantar formal.
2. Sophisticated and cultured manner of expression characteristic of educated speakers
The professor's refined language made complex theories accessible to students.
A linguagem refinada do professor tornava as teorias complexas acessíveis aos alunos.
Synonyms
polished languageelegant languagecultured speechsophisticated languageeloquent language
Antonyms
crude languagevulgar languagecoarse languagerough speechuncouth language

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
linguagem refinada
Standard usage in formal and academic contexts
São Paulo
linguagem refinada
Commonly used in business and educational settings
Portugal
linguagem refinada
Standard usage, sometimes replaced with 'linguagem elaborada' in formal contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

speak with refined language
refined language and manners
refinement of language
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